Clarke gave SFA 'a little shove' over new contract
Steve Clarke says he had to cajole the Scottish FA into handing him a new contract as national head coach shortly before the World Cup finals this summer because he felt the governing body was hedging its bets.
Former Scotland boss Steve Clarke admits he had to coax the Scottish FA into giving him a new contract as national head coach before the World Cup. The 63-year-old insists he always planned to resign if Scotland failed to progress beyond the group stage. Speaking to Pat Nevin, Clarke explained that the SFA's hesitation may have stemmed from a lack of confidence in his leadership.
Despite his frustrations, Clarke knew he would leave if Scotland didn't advance, as he had set that condition beforehand. He also spoke to players post-Brazil's loss and hoped to encourage them to aim for Euro 2028 qualification.
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