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Latest next Scotland manager odds after Steve Clarke's World Cup exit

Steve Clarke stepped down as Scotland manager after elimination from the World Cup was confirmed (Image: PA)

Ange Postecoglou is the early frontrunner to become the new Scotland manager, according to Coral.

The former Celtic manager is priced at 5/1 to replace Steve Clarke after he quit following Scotland's elimination from the World Cup at the group stage.

Scotland were knocked out officially on Saturday night after Croatia's victory over Ghana meant Clarke's side would not finish in the eight best third-placed sides after the group stage.

An open letter from Clarke was released shortly later along with the news he would step down from his post.

Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell has stated candidates have already stated their interest as he vowed to cast the net "as far and wide" as possible.

He said: "The process for that (appointing a new manager) starts now. Football's a very, very small world. I've woken up this morning to a few messages from people that are interested in the job.

"I think we're a really attractive job for the right head coach or manager. We've got the Euros that we are co-hosting in 2028 to look forward to.

"Nothing's off the table. We need to cast the net as far and wide as we can. It's about getting the right coach, it's not about necessarily where they come from. There's a lot of good managers out there and it's up to us to make sure that we pick the right one.

"The succession planning starts now.

"There's been a lot of success over the last few years and we need to make sure we appoint someone who can improve on that and continue to drive us forward."


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Postecoglou is the early frontrunner at 5/1 with David Moyes just back on 6/1 for the Hampden job. Falkirk boss John McGlynn is at 6/1 with Alex Neil priced at 7/1.

Neil McCann, Roberto Martinez and Steven Naismith are all at 8/1 with Scott Brown priced further back at 10/1.

Coral’s John Hill said: "Ange Postecoglou has quickly emerged as the punters' favourite to become the next permanent Scotland manager, and as a result, he now heads our betting at 5-1.

"His success during his time at Celtic, coupled with his experience on the international stage, makes him the most likely number one target for the Scottish FA."

Next Scotland manager odds

Ange Postecoglou 5/1

David Moyes 6/1

John McGlynn 6/1

Alex Neil 7/1

Neil McCann 8/1

Roberto Martinez 8/1

Steven Naismith 8/1

Scott Brown 10/1

Odds via Coral on Monday, June 29, 2026

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