Belgian Pocognoli confirmed as Scotland boss

BBC News Sunday 16 August 2026, 17:35 UTC 1 min read

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Former Monaco head coach Sebastien Pocognoli is confirmed as Scotland men's new head coach.

Belgian Pocognoli (ORG) Scotland (LOCATION) Monaco (ORG) Sebastien Pocognoli (PERSON)

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