Scotland Relegated After Nations League Loss to Greece

Scotland's national football team, managed by Steve Clarke, suffered a significant 3-0 defeat to Greece at Hampden Park, leading to their relegation from the top tier of the Nations League. This loss, which followed a previous 1-0 victory in Greece, has sparked discussions about the team's progression, despite a slight rise in FIFA rankings. Clarke acknowledged the energy disparity and hinted at potential changes for future matches, particularly considering upcoming World Cup qualifiers. The match also saw fan dissatisfaction, notably with the substitution of midfielder Billy Gilmour, despite Kenny McLean reaching a personal milestone of 50 international caps. With their focus shifting to friendlies and future qualifiers, the team aims to address tactical and fitness issues highlighted by the defeat. Clarke remains optimistic about learning from this setback to improve performance in subsequent matches against Denmark and other nations.