Scotland’s Pocognoli Set to Lead Nations League Campaign Against Slovenia and Swiss Challenge
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Scotland begin their Nations League campaign with the visit to Slovenia on 26 September. Pocognoli’s first home game in charge will be Switzerland’s visit to Glasgow three days later.
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Sky SportsSunday 16 August 2026 18:46, UK Scotland have appointed Sebastien Pocognoli as their new head coach.
BBC SportPublished Sebastien Pocognoli is the new Scotland men's head coach after seven years of Steve Clarke - but what awaits the Belgian and what will be expected of him?
Yahoo SportsPocognoli takes over as Scotland boss on two-year contract - Yahoo Sports Pocognoli takes over as Scotland boss on two-year contract Yahoo Sports
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Clarke left the Scotland job after guiding the nation to their first World Cup since 1998. But the Tartan Army were sent home at the group stage after one win from three games.
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The Guardian SportClarke’s abrupt departure came as Scotland exited the World Cup at the group stage. He had signed a four-year contract extension immediately before the tournament. It quickly became clear the SFA would turn towards a foreign manager; Jon Dahl Tomasson and Kasper Hjulmand were linked with the position.
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Integrating new generation Pocognoli's prior experience of working as a youth coach at international level with Belgium would have ticked another box for the SFA. He also coached in the academies of USG and Genk.
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Sky SportsAfter one season, his first club Genk took him on as Under-18s head coach, while he also worked for Belgium's U16 and U18 youth teams.
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Pocognoli will probably be welcomed by Scotland fans in respect of a fresh approach. Clarke was in position for a generally successful seven years, but was often criticised for a pragmatic style.
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BBC SportPocognoli will be expected to, at least, maintain that success. However, the reason Clarke's exit felt natural for many is that a hefty chunk of fans want to see a change of approach.
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01 Sky Sports The 39-year-old, who guided Union Saint-Gilloise to the Belgian league title last year, replaces Steve Clarke on a two-year deal.
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02 BBC Sport A title winner in his homeland while managing Union Saint-Gilloise, the 39-year-old brings a reputation for playing eye-catching football.
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