Steve Clarke Ridiculed For Comment About England in Scotland Resignation Letter

After successfully qualifying for two consecutive European Championships and the 2026 World Cup, Steve Clarke has called it a day at the helm of Scotland, after seven years in charge.

It’s been one of Scotland’s most successful periods. After not qualifying for a major tournament since 1998, some memorable moments have taken place during his time, none more so than the 4-2 win over Denmark, which booked their place at this year’s World Cup.

But there was another moment of apparent victory against a bitter rival that Clarke highlighted in his lengthy resignation letter, which the official X account of the Scottish national team have released, that has everyone talking, and not necessarily for positive reasons.

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It hasn’t been the first time he’s been under fire for his comments lately. In the wake of Scotland’s 3-0 defeat to Brazil, which ultimately led to their elimination from the World Cup, Clarke was accused of being “disrespectful to his players” after an interview at full time.

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Among the highlights Clarke chose to reflect on from his seven years in charge was Scotland’s 0-0 draw with England at Wembley during Euro 2020, a result he referenced as one of the standout moments of his reign.

“There was an unforgettable night at Wembley when we more than matched the eventual beaten finalists England and held them to a 0-0 win!”

For many supporters, holding the Auld Enemy to a goalless draw four years ago doesn’t quite carry the same weight as some of Scotland’s other achievements, and the inclusion of that line in such an emotional farewell letter has seen Clarke come in for a large amount of criticism.

Read Steve Clarke’s full resignation letter below:

https://x.com/TheValueWhistle/status/2071017126341525941?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

Sums it up. Celebrating a 0-0 draw against England at the euros. Embarrassing. Good riddance. — TheValueWhistle (@TheValueWhistle) June 27, 2026

Fans React to Steve Clarke’s Departure on X

One fan wrote: “Sums it up. Celebrating a 0-0 draw against England at the euros. Embarrassing. Good riddance.”

Another added: “What an embarrassment, thank god he’s resigned.”

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A third questioned how the comment made it into an official statement at all, asking: “How has that gone out on official team channels.”

Others were equally scathing. One supporter posted: “Sums up why he had to go and everything that was wrong with his tenure,” while another called it a “terrible statement by the arrogant person he is.” One fan summed up the disbelief, simply admitting: “Had to check this was the official account and not a parody.”

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