What happened?
Scotland suffered another World Cup group-stage exit earlier this summer, with costly individual errors and an inability to convert chances proving their latest major tournament downfall.
Why it matters for Scotland
Graeme Souness believes the next man stepping into the Hampden hotseat must have the gravitas to earn the trust of key leaders like McTominay and McGinn and command their respect during high-pressure situations.
What comes next?
Souness, who capped 54 times by Scotland, thinks the next manager must be capable of inspiring players like McTominay, who hit the post in the first game against Haiti and was arguably the team's biggest threat throughout the qualification phase.
Recent form
Scotland's recent form has been disappointing, with the team losing their last three games.
Next fixture
Scotland's next fixture is against Slovenia on September 26.
Goals this season: 1 scored, 4 conceded (-3 goal difference).
Title race: 4 points behind leaders Brazil.
Last result: Scotland 0-3 Brazil (2026-06-24).
Recent form (last 5): 2W-0D-3L (LLLWW).
