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Scotland out of World Cup 2026: Steve Clarke's side eliminated in group stage
BBC • • world
Key Points:
- Scotland have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after Croatia's 2-1 win over Ghana, ending their hopes of advancing as one of the best third-placed teams in Group L.
- Manager Steve Clarke announced his resignation following the team's exit, ending his seven-year tenure in charge of the national team.
- Scotland's campaign included a 1-0 win over Haiti, but losses to Morocco and Brazil left them third in their group with three points and a -3 goal difference.
- This marks another group-stage exit for Scotland, who have never progressed beyond the first phase in nine World Cups and four European Championships.
- Despite initial optimism, results from other groups, including Ecuador's win over Germany and Croatia's victory, confirmed Scotland's elimination.
