Steve Clarke has stepped down as Scotland manager after elimination from the World Cup was confirmed.
Scotland were officially knocked out in the group stage after Croatia's victory over Ghana on Saturday night.
And within an hour of Scotland being eliminated, an open letter from Clarke was released, along with the confirmation he would leave his post.
The manager had signed a four-year extension ahead of the tournament but the Scottish FA will now begin the search for his successor.
Bye-bye Scotland. A letter from the Gaffer.
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Clarke said: “The most emotional part of this goodbye is for my players, without whom we wouldn’t have had any of the memories that we’ve accumulated from 2019 until now. They deserve all the praise and adulation that they receive and it was truly an honour to be called their Gaffer.
“Thanks for having me and good luck to my successor.”
Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell commented: “While we are all disappointed to have exited the World Cup at the group stage, we must not lose sight of the undeniable progress made during Steve’s seven years in charge.
“From starting as a pot four team in 2019 to topping our World Cup qualifying group, he has more than delivered on the remit to take Scotland back to a major tournament.
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“We thank Steve for his record-breaking contribution and know that when the disappointment of World Cup elimination subsides, the Scotland supporters will be thankful for the memories of marching with pride at major tournaments once again.
“Finally, on behalf of the board of the Scottish FA I would like to make special mention to our incredible supporters.
“The many thousands who have travelled to the United States to celebrate the return to a World Cup - making a significant financial commitment to do so - have once again shown themselves to be exceptional ambassadors for our country and our national game.”
