Ryan Fraser believes Belgium gave Scotland a ‘footballing lesson’ in Euro 2020 qualifying defeat
5 years, 6 months ago

Ryan Fraser believes Belgium gave Scotland a ‘footballing lesson’ in Euro 2020 qualifying defeat

The Independent  

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Liam Scales confident Ireland are going into Greece clash on a high
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Liam Scales confident Ireland are going into Greece clash on a high

The Independent  

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Clarke insists his Scots deserved to take something from Lisbon after late Ronaldo goal seals Portugal comeback
4 months ago

Clarke insists his Scots deserved to take something from Lisbon after late Ronaldo goal seals Portugal comeback

Daily Mail  

Steve Clarke insisted Scotland had no reason to beat themselves up despite succumbing to a Cristiano Ronaldo sucker punch in Portugal. The five-time Ballon D’Or winner claimed the 901st goal of his career with an 88th-minute winner as the Scots slid to a 2-1 Nations League defeat. Clarke endured mixed emotions on a night his side gave him everything, but …

Jude Bellingham believes England’s character built by early Euro 2024 criticism
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Jude Bellingham believes England’s character built by early Euro 2024 criticism

The Independent  

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It was an EMBARRASSMENT! Scotland midfielder Callum McGregor offers damning verdict on Tartan Army's thumping 5-1 defeat against Germany in Euro 2024 opener
6 months, 3 weeks ago

It was an EMBARRASSMENT! Scotland midfielder Callum McGregor offers damning verdict on Tartan Army's thumping 5-1 defeat against Germany in Euro 2024 opener

Daily Mail  

Scotland lost 5-1 against host nation Germany in their first game of Euro 2024 Callum McGregor admits he was embarrassed by Scotland’s performance in their opening night hammering by Germany. Euro 2024 began in the worst possible fashion for Steve Clarke’s side as they slipped to a chastening 5-1 defeat, having conceded three goals and lost Ryan Porteous to a …

Scotland let themselves down against Germany and where it all went wrong is obvious
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Scotland let themselves down against Germany and where it all went wrong is obvious

The Independent  

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Euro 2024: 'We've Let Ourselves Down' Says Scotland Coach Steve Clarke
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: 'We've Let Ourselves Down' Says Scotland Coach Steve Clarke

News 18  

Scotland coach Steve Clarke said his team had to quickly forget Friday’s 5-1 rout by Euro 2024 hosts Germany in the tournament opener after admitting the “game ran away from us”. “Obviously, we didn’t play to our standard,” said Clarke. We’re a better team than this.” Scotland fell 3-0 down by half-time as Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala scored before …

Everything is against Scotland at Euro 2024 – except one key factor
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Everything is against Scotland at Euro 2024 – except one key factor

The Independent  

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EURO 2024 TEAM GUIDE - Scotland: Steve Clarke's men are aiming to make history in Germany with a last-16 spot... but Scott McTominay and Co need to rediscover killer instinct after going winless in th
7 months ago

EURO 2024 TEAM GUIDE - Scotland: Steve Clarke's men are aiming to make history in Germany with a last-16 spot... but Scott McTominay and Co need to rediscover killer instinct after going winless in th

Daily Mail  

Scotland are in danger of making this major tournament malarky a regular occurrence after Steve Clarke's men breezed to qualification for Euro 2024. Leading Scotland to their first major tournament appearance at Euro 2020 – via a memorable play-off penalty shootout win over Serbia – Clarke has already secured his place in the country's history. Friday, June 14 – Scotland …

Steve Clarke dismisses Scotland concerns over seven-game winless streak
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Steve Clarke dismisses Scotland concerns over seven-game winless streak

The Independent  

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Scotland vs England LIVE: Result and final score as Lionesses denied Olympic place despite huge win
1 year, 1 month ago

Scotland vs England LIVE: Result and final score as Lionesses denied Olympic place despite huge win

The Independent  

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Scotland boss Steve Clarke will not underestimate Germany at Euro 2024
1 year, 1 month ago

Scotland boss Steve Clarke will not underestimate Germany at Euro 2024

The Independent  

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Rob Page: Wales not entertaining Euro 2024 play-off talk before Turkey qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

Rob Page: Wales not entertaining Euro 2024 play-off talk before Turkey qualifier

The Independent  

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Scotland sign off on successful Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with six-goal thriller
1 year, 1 month ago

Scotland sign off on successful Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with six-goal thriller

The Independent  

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Steve Clarke targets winning return for Scotland after back-to-back defeats
1 year, 1 month ago

Steve Clarke targets winning return for Scotland after back-to-back defeats

The Independent  

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Steve Clarke says Scotland have ‘lots to improve’ after defeat to France
1 year, 2 months ago

Steve Clarke says Scotland have ‘lots to improve’ after defeat to France

The Independent  

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Steve Clarke congratulates Scotland players for becoming ‘serial qualifiers’ after reaching Euro 2024
1 year, 2 months ago

Steve Clarke congratulates Scotland players for becoming ‘serial qualifiers’ after reaching Euro 2024

The Independent  

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Scotland qualify for Euro 2024 after Spain result confirms place
1 year, 2 months ago

Scotland qualify for Euro 2024 after Spain result confirms place

The Independent  

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Steve Clarke hails Scotland’s character and depth after late Norway comeback win
1 year, 6 months ago

Steve Clarke hails Scotland’s character and depth after late Norway comeback win

The Independent  

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Scotland boss Steve Clarke keeping feet on the ground after famous win over Spain
1 year, 9 months ago

Scotland boss Steve Clarke keeping feet on the ground after famous win over Spain

The Hindu  

Scotland will not get carried away with its surprise 2-0 victory over Spain on Tuesday, but the result is a step forward for the team and a blueprint for how to maximise scraps of possession, according to manager Steve Clarke. A brace of goals from Scott McTominay handed Scotland their first win over Spain since 1984 and a perfect start …

Norwich goalkeeper Angus Gunn eyeing Scotland call-up after switching allegiance
1 year, 9 months ago

Norwich goalkeeper Angus Gunn eyeing Scotland call-up after switching allegiance

The Independent  

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Scotland boss Steve Clarke vows to cut out the errors ahead of Euro 2024 after Turkey defeat
2 years, 1 month ago

Scotland boss Steve Clarke vows to cut out the errors ahead of Euro 2024 after Turkey defeat

Daily Mail  

Steve Clarke admitted Scotland have much room for improvement ahead of their Euro 2024 campaign after a mixed performance in Turkey. Steve Clarke admitted Scotland have much room for improvement ahead after Turkey defeat But having seen his side take far too long to get going, the Scotland manager conceded that there's work to be done before the opening qualifier …

Scotland out to atone for Ireland thrashing, Scott McKenna reveals
2 years, 3 months ago

Scotland out to atone for Ireland thrashing, Scott McKenna reveals

The Independent  

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Steve Clarke kept ‘expecting’ Scotland to find breakthrough against Ukraine
2 years, 3 months ago

Steve Clarke kept ‘expecting’ Scotland to find breakthrough against Ukraine

The Independent  

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Scotland boss Clarke delighted with Armenia win but admits it can't make up for World Cup failure
2 years, 6 months ago

Scotland boss Clarke delighted with Armenia win but admits it can't make up for World Cup failure

Daily Mail  

Steve Clarke praised Scotland for bouncing back with a 4-1 win over nine-man Armenia but admitted World Cup elimination had rendered their four match international camp a failure. Steve Clarke praised Scotland for bouncing back with a 4-1 win over nine-man Armenia Further second half strikes from John McGinn and Che Adams secured a comfortable victory in this must-win match …

Nations League victory cannot disguise that Scotland ‘failed primary objective’, says Steve Clarke
2 years, 6 months ago

Nations League victory cannot disguise that Scotland ‘failed primary objective’, says Steve Clarke

The Independent  

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Scotland supporters looking for ‘bittersweet victory’ against Ukraine
2 years, 7 months ago

Scotland supporters looking for ‘bittersweet victory’ against Ukraine

The Independent  

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James McFadden backs Scotland if ‘absolutely magnificent’ England clash happens
2 years, 9 months ago

James McFadden backs Scotland if ‘absolutely magnificent’ England clash happens

The Independent  

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Euro 2020: We'll make sure Scotland doesn't wait another 23 years, says Steve Clarke
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: We'll make sure Scotland doesn't wait another 23 years, says Steve Clarke

The Hindu  

Scotland was not good enough to progress in its first major tournament in 23 years but will make sure it doesn't wait as long for the next one, manager Steve Clarke said after his side's exit from Euro 2020 on Tuesday. "We're disappointed the tournament's ended early for us but we've got a lot to be happy about, the way …

England vs Scotland: James McAvoy appears at Euro 2020 with message for Scottish fans
3 years, 6 months ago

England vs Scotland: James McAvoy appears at Euro 2020 with message for Scottish fans

The Independent  

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Steve Clarke: Scotland must 'learn lessons' after opening Euro 2020 Czech Republic loss
3 years, 6 months ago

Steve Clarke: Scotland must 'learn lessons' after opening Euro 2020 Czech Republic loss

Daily Mail  

Steve Clarke insists Scotland will regroup before Friday's clash with England at Wembley after Euro 2020 ended in a gut-wrenching defeat to the Czech Republic. Despite hitting the bar through Jack Hendry and excellent chances for captain Andy Robertson and striker Lyndon Dykes Clarke's side were denied time and again by Czech keeper Tomas Vaclik. Scotland boss Steve Clarke says …

EURO 2020: Darren Fletcher claims Scotland CAN still beat England after disappointing defeat
3 years, 6 months ago

EURO 2020: Darren Fletcher claims Scotland CAN still beat England after disappointing defeat

Daily Mail  

Darren Fletcher has urged Scotland to 'get behind' Steve Clarke's team after a desperately disappointing defeat to the Czech Republic, with England up next. Bayer Leverkusen's Patrik Schick bagged twice, including a stunning wonder-goal from the half-way line, as Scotland suffered a potentially costly defeat in Group D. The Tartan Army will line-up at Wembley on Friday with a big …

Euro 2020: Scotland can be giant-killers during tournament, feels manager Steve Clarke
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Scotland can be giant-killers during tournament, feels manager Steve Clarke

Firstpost  

The Scots, who used to be regulars on the global stage, qualified for the coronavirus-delayed Euro 2020 via the playoffs. Glasgow: Scotland manager Steve Clarke is aiming to restore the team’s reputation as giant-killers as they prepare for their first match at a major tournament for 23 years. Scotland take on the Czech Republic on Monday before looking for their …

Euro 2020: The Englishman plotting for Scotland! Clarke's No 2 John Carver on bidding for history
3 years, 7 months ago

Euro 2020: The Englishman plotting for Scotland! Clarke's No 2 John Carver on bidding for history

Daily Mail  

When it comes to discussing Scotland's starting XI for next week's Euro 2020 showdown with England, Steve Clarke and assistant John Carver know what not to do. Carver has played a role in Scotland qualifying for their first major tournament in 23 years The coach hurt himself in the celebrations as Scotland beat Serbia in their Euro play-off Carver may …

Steve Clarke agrees with Jose Mourinho that Scotland can progress at Euro 2020
3 years, 7 months ago

Steve Clarke agrees with Jose Mourinho that Scotland can progress at Euro 2020

The Independent  

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Kevin Nisbet delighted with ‘milestone’ first Scotland goal
3 years, 7 months ago

Kevin Nisbet delighted with ‘milestone’ first Scotland goal

The Independent  

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Depleted Scotland claim encouraging draw against Netherlands
3 years, 7 months ago

Depleted Scotland claim encouraging draw against Netherlands

The Independent  

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Tosh McKinlay: Scotland’s Declan Gallagher will thrive on Euro 2020 experience
3 years, 7 months ago

Tosh McKinlay: Scotland’s Declan Gallagher will thrive on Euro 2020 experience

The Independent  

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Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Steve Clarke buoyed by Scotland's resilience in late victory
5 years, 7 months ago

Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Steve Clarke buoyed by Scotland's resilience in late victory

The Hindu  

Steve Clarke believes there were plenty of positives for Scotland to take after Oliver Burke's late winner against Cyrpus. Clarke looked to be heading for a lacklustre draw in his first match in charge of Scotland, with Ioannis Kousoulos' 87th-minute header having cancelled out a stunning strike from Andrew Robertson. But substitute Burke came to the rescue two minutes later …

Scotland 2 Cyprus 1: Oliver Burke gets Steve Clarke era started
5 years, 7 months ago

Scotland 2 Cyprus 1: Oliver Burke gets Steve Clarke era started

The Hindu  

Steve Clarke's Scotland tenure got off to a winning start as Oliver Burke's last-minute effort secured a dramatic 2-1 win over Cyprus in Saturday's Euro 2020 qualifier. Clarke replaced Alex McLeish as Scotland manager in May, but he looked to be heading for a disappointing draw in his first game in charge when Ioannis Kousoulos scored with three minutes remaining. …

UEFA Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Scotland must 'make statement' against lowly San Marino, says assistant manager Peter Grant
5 years, 9 months ago

UEFA Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Scotland must 'make statement' against lowly San Marino, says assistant manager Peter Grant

Firstpost  

Scotland will have to do a lot more than beat San Marino, officially the worst national team in the world, in order to make up for their defeat against a team who had only won three of their previous 40 competitive matches London: Scotland must make a statement against San Marino after they failed in the basic aspects of football …

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