{
  "id": 9724387,
  "title": "You are the new Scotland boss - what would you do?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/you-are-the-new-scotland-boss-what-would-you-do-9724387",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T07:18:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/scotland-boss-070441089.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sebastien Pocognoli assumes the role of Scotland's new head coach, with his first match against Slovenia on the horizon. The Belgian coach has included eight uncapped players in his initial squad, resulting in an unpredictable lineup for the Nations League fixture in Ljubljana. Pocognoli is known for his preference of a 3-4-2-1 formation, which suggests Scotland might line up with three central defenders, five named players, and leave one spot for a wingers or a forward. Jack Hendry and Scott McKenna are likely to start, as are Jack Hendry and Scott McKenna, alongside Stephen Welsh, Luke Graham, or Luis Binks. Regarding wide attacking options, captain Andy Robertson and Aaron Hickey are secured in left wing-back positions, leaving Ben Gannon-Doak and Josh McPake as potential wide attackers. For the forward role, John McGinn seems to be a strong candidate, followed by Ryan Christie if Scotland opts for two holding midfielders. Finally, Kieron Bowie, Robbie Ure, and Oli McBurnie are the main contenders for the striker position, with McBurnie potentially making a strong impression to secure his place in the national team.",
  "summary": "Put yourself in the shoes of the new Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli as he picks his first XI.",
  "key_points": [
    "Sebastien Pocognoli becomes Scotland's new head coach.",
    "Eight uncapped players included in initial squad.",
    "Pocognoli favors 3-4-2-1 formation for Nations League match."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "You are the new Scotland boss - what would you do?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/you-are-the-new-scotland-boss-what-would-you-do",
        "published": "2026-09-25T07:04:36.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}