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Keep calm and carry on: Scotland manager’s message amid worst scoring run in 55 years

Sebastien Pocognoli has urged his Scotland players to stay calm after their defeat to Switzerland – amid their worst run of goalscoring form in 55 years.

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 9:34 PM
Keep calm and carry on: Scotland manager’s message amid worst scoring run in 55 years
Key Things to Know
  • Manager Sebastien Pocognoli urged Scotland to remain calm despite suffering a 3-0 defeat to Switzerland.
  • Switzerland defeated ten-man Scotland 3-0 at Hampden after Jack Hendry received an early red card.
  • Scotland have gone four games without scoring, matching their longest scoring drought in 55 years.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Scotland manager Sebastien Pocognoli has urged his squad to stay calm and trust their tactical plan following a 3-0 Nations League defeat to Switzerland at Hampden. The loss marked Scotland's fourth consecutive match without scoring, matching their worst goal drought in 55 years. Center-back Jack Hendry received an 11th-minute red card, severely hindering the team's ability to compete.

Despite the setback, Pocognoli confirmed he has no intention of abandoning his 3-5-2 system ahead of Saturday's match against North Macedonia in Skopje. He commended forward Oliver McBurnie for his disciplined and hardworking display under difficult circumstances, while defending tactical adjustments that saw Kieron Bowie substituted early to bring on Stephen Welsh.

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