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Scotland boss Clarke resigns after World Cup exit confirmed

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Steve Clarke greets the supporters during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match vs  Brazil at Miami Stadium on June 24, 2026 in Miami, United States. [Jose Breton/AFP]

Scotland manager Steve Clarke stepped down on Saturday following his side's elimination from the World Cup in the group stage, despite signing a four-year contract last month.

The Scottish Football Association announced that "our most successful National Team Head Coach has called time on his seven years in charge".

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