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Luke Baker

Sebastien Pocognoli denied dream start as Scotland held to draw in Slovenia

  • Sebastien Pocognoli's tenure as Scotland head coach began with a goalless draw against Slovenia in their Nations League Group B1 opener in Ljubljana.
  • The 39-year-old Belgian manager, who replaced Steve Clarke in August, refreshed the side but watched them endure an uninspiring first half where they were fortunate not to fall behind.
  • Scotland improved drastically after the break, playing with pace and purpose while dominating the second half with 15 shots to Slovenia's three.
  • Forward Oli McBurnie and Kieron Bowie both missed golden opportunities to secure three points, with Slovenia captain and goalkeeper Jan Oblak standing firm.
  • Despite failing to find a late winner, the spirited second-half response provided cause for optimism as Pocognoli picked up his first point in international football.

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