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We Interview Scotland's New Manager Sebastian Pocognoli

The Football Show · 17 August 2026

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Sebastian Pocognoli has been appointed the new Scotland manager on a two-year deal, with a remit to reach Euro 2028. The SFA's Ian Maxwell and Craig Mulholland explain why they chose the Belgian - one of Europe's most sought-after young coaches, who won the league with Union Saint-Gilloise for the first time in 90 years before a spell at Monaco - and Pocognoli sets out his vision: front-foot, entertaining, high-press football, while keeping the heritage Steve Clarke built.

But should Scotland have looked closer to home for a Scot? Give us your verdict on the appointment below.

Chapters:
00:00 Why Pocognoli: the SFA make their case
01:31 Pocognoli's first words as Scotland manager
03:04 Following Steve Clarke: keep the heritage, build the future
03:45 Attacking football or winning games? The style question
04:35 Are the players good enough - and is two years enough?

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