Clarke leaves strong Scotland legacy but exit brings sense of relief

According to BBC News, Steve Clarke has ended his seven-year tenure as Scotland's national football manager. His reign lifted the nation from a period of struggle, but he was unable to deliver qualification to the knockout stages of major tournaments. As BBC Sports writer Tom English notes, Clarke's departure brings a sense of relief—a mixed legacy of progress without the breakthrough fans hoped for.

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