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Scotland appoint Pocognoli as successor to Clarke in fresh approach
Belgian is the first non-Scot in role since Berti Vogts
TL;DR
- Sébastien Pocognoli appointed as Scotland's new manager.
- He succeeds Steve Clarke, who left after the World Cup group stage exit.
- Pocognoli is the first non-Scottish manager since Berti Vogts.
- He is known for an aggressive, front-foot style of play.
- Pocognoli led Union Saint-Gilloise to their first title in 90 years in 2025.
- Kevin Mirallas is expected to join his coaching staff.
- Scotland's first Nations League match under Pocognoli is against Slovenia on September 26th.