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Pocognoli has 'positive nervousness' for Scotland debut

Newly appointed national team boss Sebastien Pocognoli has shared his anticipation ahead of his maiden fixture overseeing the squad, a Nations League contest against Slovenia. The Belgian tactician takes over following the departure of his predecessor, after a summer training camp in Spain prepared an altered roster featuring several uncapped teenagers and young professionals.

Ahead of four fixtures scheduled across a compressed eleven-day window, the head coach outlined his tactical vision focused on high-intensity pressure and squad flexibility while also confirming he consulted the former manager prior to taking charge.