Scotland's World Cup campaign ended in disappointment as the team finished third in Group C behind Brazil and Morocco, leading to manager Steve Clarke's resignation. The Tartan Army, still in Miami, reacted with a mix of gratitude and relief.
World Cup Exit and Clarke's Resignation
Scotland secured only three points from a 1-0 win over Haiti, but defeats to Brazil and Morocco, combined with other results, meant they failed to advance as one of the best third-placed teams. Clarke, who had signed a new four-year deal before the tournament, announced his resignation in a statement early Sunday, citing a need for fresh ideas.
Fan Reactions
Rio Carson, 19, from Glasgow but now living on the Isle of Wight, said: "I can't deny Clarke has been a success but it is time for some fresh ideas. Most of us seemed relieved he had stepped down." Lee Barron, 38, from Perth, added: "I was shocked, but after the Brazil game, it was maybe on his mind about throwing the towel in."
Kian Halbert, 25, a banker from Kilbirnie, said: "I'm gutted. We should have performed better. It's not good enough." His brother Conor, 21, noted: "That 1-0 win against Haiti never seemed like enough. Haiti scored more than us in the group."
Mixed Emotions
Aimee Ronnie, 19, from Glasgow, said: "It's been a pretty disappointing campaign. It's a bit of a downer, but what can you do?" Hector Macleod, 36, from Skye, added: "I still had hope up until late on Friday night. It's been a big let down." Innes Matheson, 13, from Airdrie, said: "I was expecting this. The football wasn't good enough."
Sandy Gray, 72, from Arbroath, reflected: "We waited for 28 years, and it was gone in a heartbeat. I feel sorry for Clarke, but hey-ho, we lived the dream."
