Steve Clarke reviews Scotland's 2026 World Cup exit

Scotland faced a tough group in Qatar, meeting the Netherlands, Argentina and South Korea, and failed to secure a win in three matches. Manager Steve Clarke pointed to defensive frailties and a lack of creativity in the final third as key shortcomings.

While a few young players showed flashes of promise, the overall tactical discipline was insufficient to progress. Clarke said the focus will now shift to rebuilding for the next European Championship.