A Nation Again: The Inside Story of Scotland's Emergence from the International Wilderness

After a 20-year absence, Scotland's men's team returned to a major tournament thanks to UEFA's Nations League. Alex McLeish managed the team until his tenure ended after a shocking defeat at the start of Euro 2020 qualifying. Steve Clarke was then appointed and created a band-of-brothers mentality and figured out how to organize the talented group of players. This is the story of how Scotland finally became a nation again.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 20 February 2023
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

A Nation Again is a captivating tale that delves into the Scotland men's team's remarkable journey back to a major tournament after an absence of over 20 years. Since their last appearance in France 98, ten major tournaments had passed, yet the birth of UEFA's Nations League presented a fresh opportunity for glory. In early 2018, after a protracted search for Gordon Strachan's successor, Alex McLeish was appointed manager for a second time. Despite successfully navigating the Nations League group stage, his tenure came to an abrupt end with a shocking defeat at the start of Euro 2020 qualifying. As the play-off semi-final loomed, the Scottish FA sought the guidance of Steve Clarke, tasked with inspiring a team steeped in failure, fostering a sense of camaraderie, and navigating the complexities of managing a highly talented group of players.

From the depths of despair, Scotland emerged triumphant, achieving the highest high imaginable. This is the story of how Scotland finally reclaimed its nationhood, told through exclusive memories of those who were part of the remarkable journey.

Weight: 144g
Dimension: 222 x 144 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801501408