Steve Clarke's shock resignation leaves a massive hole in Scottish football. The new head coach must manage an aging core squad while integrating younger players who lack game time, with key positions like goalkeeper and centre-back facing particular challenges.
Hong Myungbo has stepped down as head coach of the Korea Republic national team following their group-stage exit at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The team failed to advance as one of the best third-placed teams after a 2-1 win over Czechia and consecutive 1-0 losses to Mexico and South Africa.
Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell says the search for Steve Clarke's successor as national head coach begins immediately, with 'nothing off the table' as the SFA seeks the right candidate. Clarke stepped down after Scotland failed to advance from the World Cup group stage.
Jesse Marsch has led Canada to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time after a 6-0 win over Qatar. The American coach overcame setbacks at Leeds United and being passed over for the USMNT job to achieve this milestone.
South Africa reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, 16 years after hosting the tournament. The 2010 campaign ended in group-stage elimination, and domestic football stagnated afterward. Now, under coach Hugo Broos, the team aims to start a new era.
South Africa is embracing a historic opportunity as it prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The nation's excitement reflects its passion for football and the significance of hosting a global event.
Portugal have failed to score in five of their last six tournament matches, highlighting a persistent offensive struggle in major competitions.
DR Congo face England in the World Cup round of 32, their first knockout appearance since 1974. Under coach Sebastien Desabre, they have transformed into a defensively solid, counter-attacking side, led by captain Chancel Mbemba and striker Yoane Wissa.
Scotland's World Cup journey concluded with a single goal scored and a group-stage exit. The team's performance has sparked debate over the manager's future, player quality, and systemic issues in Scottish football development.
Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa expressed sadness, saying he leaves nothing to the country and couldn't improve the players.
