Clarke will remain as head coach beyond this summer’s tournament and have the chance to qualify for the next World Cup
Clarke will remain as head coach beyond this summer’s World Cup in North America and have the chance to qualify with Scotland for the next World Cup in four years’ time.
The new deal also encompasses the UK & Ireland co-hosted UEFA EURO 2028 campaign.
Clarke said: “I am truly honoured to lead my squad into our first men’s World Cup in 28 years, and I’m proud to continue as Head Coach.
“I know the Scotland supporters appreciate the achievements of this group in qualifying for back-to-back Euros, and equally, the whole nation rejoiced in our qualification for the World Cup 2026 after such a long time.
“Stability is the key to success in football, and this has certainly been the case during my last seven years as Head Coach.
“It’s important we evolve and make improvements, and I look forward to working with the new Chief Football Officer, Craig Mulholland, to increase the pipeline of talent to the senior squad through the national youth teams.
“For now, it’s all about preparing for the World Cup, starting against Curaçao this weekend.”
Ian Maxwell, Scottish FA Chief Executive: “On behalf of the Board, I am delighted that we have agreed with Steve to continue as men’s Head Coach. His record speaks for itself: three finals tournament qualifications out of four, including consecutive EUROs finals and, of course, an imminent World Cup return after nearly three decades.
“The passion and enthusiasm with which he discussed that road map emphasises that this will not simply be a continuation but a renewed purpose and focus over the next four years.”