Belgian Pocognoli confirmed as Scotland boss

BBC News Sunday 16 August 2026, 17:56 UTC 1 min read

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The Scottish FA say they have appointed "one of Europe's brightest emerging coaching talents" by securing Sebastien Pocognoli as Scotland men's new head coach on a two-year deal.

Belgian Pocognoli (ORG) Scotland (LOCATION) The Scottish FA (ORG) Europe (LOCATION) Sebastien Pocognoli (PERSON)

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