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Australia beats Jordan 2-1 in warm-up for World Cup playoff

Socceroos have warmed up for next week’s World Cup playoff against United Arab Emirates with a 2-1 comeback win over Jordan

The Hindu

Steve Clarke confident this Scotland squad will qualify for major tournaments

Clarke admitted he and his players were suffering after their 3-1 defeat by Ukraine in their play-off semi-final at Hampden Park.

The Independent UK

Andy Goram has 'no regrets' over failed marriages as Rangers icon admits he has given up on finding love

The Rangers idol split from three wives and had a series of doomed romances before realising he was destined to remain single.

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Ukraine Harnesses Its Emotions to Keep World Cup Dream Alive

Ukraine wasn’t just a team boosted by inspiration. It was flat-out better than Scotland in every aspect, pulling to within one win of a remarkable World Cup berth.

Sports Illustrated

Raleigh to host first in-person Fortnite tournament since 2019 World Cup

Epic Games has announced the city of Raleigh will host the 2022 Fortnite Champion Series Invitationals later this year, the first major in-person competitive Fortnite event since 2019.

Tribune News Service

Ukraine coach Petrakov dedicates victory to troops ‘who fight in trenches’

World Cup semi-final playoff win against Scotland was a tribute to ‘our armed forces’ battling Russia, said an emotional Oleksandr Petrakov

The Guardian - UK

Billy Gilmour shocked at sloppy Scotland as midfielder lost for words after World Cup woe

The Chelsea midfielder was gutted at the Ukraine defeat but knows they must pick themselves up for Nations League campaign.

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Steve Clarke insists Scotland can qualify for Euro 2024 despite Qatar 2022 play-off semi-final heartache

DEFIANT Steve Clarke tonight admitted Scotland had been outplayed by Ukraine in their Qatar 2022 play-off semi-final at Hampden - but insisted his…

The National (Scotland)

Brazilian soccer icon Pele calls on Putin to stop 'wicked' Ukraine invasion

Brazilian soccer legend Pele made a public plea on Wednesday to Russian President Vladimir Putin to end his "wicked" and "unjustifiable" invasion of Ukraine, minutes before Ukraine's national team played in a World Cup qualifying game.

Reuters

Oleksandr Petrakov insists Ukraine win was for 'men in trenches' as he thanks Scotland for unforgettable night

It was a memorable night for Ukraine but one to forget for Steve Clarke's Scotland side as their World Cup dream ended.

Daily Record

Scots couldn't deal with Ukraine's first-half press, laments Steve Clarke

STEVE CLARKE admits that a poor first-half performance proved costly in Scotland’s bid to reach the Qatar World Cup in winter as the national team…

The National (Scotland)

Steve Clarke reveals the Scotland dressing room message to every player as he knows 'suffering' is coming

The 58-year-old could barely hide his crushing disappointment as he searched for answers after watching his side toil at Hampden

Daily Record

Gut-wrenching Ukraine defeat leaves Scots still waiting for World Cup

THE outcome of a football match, even one where World Cup qualification is on the line, pales into insignificance when compared to the horrific…

The National (Scotland)

Scotland 1 Ukraine 3 - World Cup bid ended as visitors set up Wales clash in Cardiff

The Dark Blues suffered defeat in the semi-final play-off as hopes of reaching Qatar 2022 are ended. Steve Clarke's men will not be at the finals later this year after Hampden heartache

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Andy Robertson apologises to Scotland fans as he admits his team 'never showed up' in Ukraine defeat

ANDY ROBERTSON has apologised to the Scotland fans after admitting that the national team ‘didn’t show up’ in their World Cup play-off…

Glasgow Live

Scotland 1 Ukraine 3 - World Cup bid over after play-off semi-final defeat at Hampden

The visitors will now travel to Cardiff on Sunday to face Wales with the winner earning a spot at Qatar 2022 later this year and join England, USA and Iran in the group section

Reuters

Ukraine soccer win brings joy to military in war with Russia - Zelenskiy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Wednesday hailed the national soccer team's win over Scotland in a vital World Cup playoff game, saying the victory would bring joy to soldiers fighting against Russia.

The Independent UK

‘It’s about the journey, more than runs and wickets’ – Moeen Ali awarded OBE

The 34-year-old’s influence stretches far beyond the boundary rope

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Andy Robertson in agonising interview as Liverpool star says SORRY and prepares for flak to fly

The skipper says Steve Clarke's men will 'come under fire' following defeat to Ukraine at Hampden.

Evening Standard

Andy Robertson apologises to Scotland fans as wait for World Cup appearance goes on

Andy Robertson admitted Scotland were deservedly beaten by Ukraine as their World Cup dreams ended for another four years.

Liverpool Echo

Nathan Patterson's next season at Everton becomes clearer as Scotland suffer World Cup blow

Everton defender Nathan Patterson missed out on a place in the Scotland side due to injury

Daily Record

Scotland fans embrace Ukrainians in show of solidarity before being beaten in World Cup clash

The war-torn country were bidding to reach football's most prestigious competition in Qatar in the same year that they were invaded by Russia.

Daily Record

Rangers legend identifies the 'brave and bold' Steve Clarke decision that cost Scotland against Ukraine

EK's favourite son was left gutted as the national fell short of World Cup qualification again.

The Independent UK

Clever, clinical and cohesive Ukraine earn their win over Scotland on sporting merit

Scotland 1-3 Ukraine: During the build-up to the World Cup play-off, the talk was of Ukrainian heart and bravery but they outclassed Scotland on the pitch at Hampden Park

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Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (June 1)

A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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