Sebastien Pocognoli given UEFA warning as two Scotland coaches banned

Pocognoli reprimanded as Under 21 coaches suspended for ‘unsporting conduct’

Scotsman

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 5:28 PM

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UEFA reprimanded Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli for delaying kickoff against Slovenia.
Scotland Under-21 coaches received suspensions for unsporting conduct during a qualifying match.
The Slovenian FA was fined £1,250 after supporters threw missiles during the September 26 match.

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Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli has received an official reprimand and warning from UEFA after causing a delayed kickoff. The incident occurred during his first match in charge, a goalless draw against Slovenia in Ljubljana on September 26.

Additionally, Scotland Under-21 coaches were suspended for unsporting conduct following an incident involving Scotland Under-21 head coach Tony Docherty and Bulgaria's Valeri Vladimirov. The Slovenian FA was also fined £1,250 after supporters threw missiles during the September match.

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