3 h. ago Steve Clarke hopes Scotland’s World Cup qualification will inspire next generation

Manager wants youth to dream of playing for ScotlandClarke uses missed chances as player to inspire teamSteve Clarke hopes Scotland’s long-awaited qualification for a men’s World Cup will inspire the country’s young footballers.Against a backdrop of euphoric scenes at Hampden Park on Tuesday night, the Scots defeated Denmark 4-2 to seal a World Cup spot for the first time since 1998. Their manager was delighted to end that long wait, especially as he believes it has harmed the nation’s football development. “This should stimulate or motivate young players to go out and become Scotland internationals in the future,” said Clarke. “Hopefully there is a legacy from this group of players to the younger generations and we don’t wait so long to go to the next tournament and the next tournament. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Call for Steve Clarke to receive knighthood after leading Scotland to first World Cup finals since 1998

A motion lodged at the Scottish Parliament calls on MSPs to support the Tartan Army boss receiving royal recognition for his efforts.

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11 h. ago 25 brilliant retro photos of Scotland fans and the Tartan Army at the 1998 World Cup in France

Scotland fans will finally be able to dream of attending the World Cup again after their dramatic win over Denmark - so here are some brilliant retro photos to celebrate their last visit to the tournament.

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11 h. ago Scotland at the 2026 World Cup: When is the draw, possible opponents, tournament dates, host cities

Scotland qualify for first World Cup since 1998

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12 h. ago Fans share delight after Scotland reach first men’s World Cup since 1998

Scotland beat Denmark 4-2 at Hampden in Glasgow.

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12 h. ago Scotland reach 2026 World Cup: Celtic star Kieran Tierney on surreal moment that makes up for injury hell

The man from Muirhouse helped send Scotland to their first World Cup finals since 1998 on an unforgettable night at Hampden

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21 h. ago John McGinn reacts to Scotland reaching World Cup: ‘We were rubbish but who cares?’

Scotland sealed their first World Cup appearance since 1998 with victory over Denmark

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22 h. ago Steve Clarke thrilled to guide Scotland to first men’s World Cup since 1998

Stunning strikes from Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean booked Scotland’s ticket to North America next summer.

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22 h. ago ‘They could smell magic’: Steve Clarke delights in Scotland repaying fans’ faith

‘In the last part of the game, the crowd was still with us’Manager drew on 2022 disappointment against UkraineSteve Clarke believes the Scotland support could “smell magic” before World Cup qualification was sealed in dramatic style with a 4-2 win against Denmark.At 2-2 in stoppage time, Scotland were bound for the playoffs in March. Stunning goals from Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean triggered euphoric scenes as the Scots secured a spot in the men’s World Cup for the first time since 1998. McLean scored Scotland’s fourth from the halfway line. Continue reading...

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22 h. ago Scotland book place at 2026 World Cup after dramatic Hampden Park finale

Scotland 4-2 Denmark: Stoppage-time goals from Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean helped Scotland qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1998

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23 h. ago Scotland at the 2026 World Cup: When is the draw, possible opponents, tournament dates

Scotland qualify for first World Cup since 1998

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24 h. ago Scotland vs Denmark live: Red card gives hosts renewed hope in crucial World Cup qualifier

Scotland can seal qualification to a first World Cup since 1998 with victory over Denmark

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25 h. ago Scotland vs Denmark live: McTominay bicycle kick puts Scots in dreamland in decisive World Cup 2026 qualifier

Scotland can seal qualification to a first World Cup since 1998 with victory over Denmark

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27 h. ago Tartan Army fans pictured heading to Hampden with World Cup dream on the line

Scotland fans will pack out Hampden tonight, hoping they can get the win to secure World Cup qualification for the first time since 1998.

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27 h. ago Scotland vs Denmark live: Steve Clarke shakes things up for decisive World Cup 2026 qualifier

Scotland can seal qualification to a first World Cup since 1998 with victory over Denmark

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29 h. ago Scotland vs Denmark live: Steve Clarke’s side chasing history in decisive World Cup 2026 qualifier

Scotland can seal qualification to a first World Cup since 1998 with victory over Denmark

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29 h. ago Scotland vs Denmark live: Tartan Army chasing history in decisive World Cup 2026 qualifier

Scotland can seal qualification to a first World Cup since 1998 with victory over Denmark

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39 h. ago How to watch Scotland vs Denmark FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for World Cup qualifier today

Scotland can secure World Cup qualification for the first time since 1998

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51 h. ago Who will win Scotland vs Denmark? Our writers predict the blockbuster World Cup shoot out

Steve Clarke has led the nation to just win away from their first World Cup since 1998

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1 week ago 'I upset Victoria Beckham with how I reacted to unforgivable David Beckham incident'

One of David Beckham's former England team-mates ended up in Victoria's bad books with his reaction to the star's sending off at the 1998 World Cup

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