CAPTAIN ANDY ROBERTSON POSTS MESSAGE ABOUT STEVE CLARKE AFTER HIS RESIGNATION AND DELETES IT JUST SIX MINUTES LATER – SCREENSHOT IS TRENDING ONLINE

Ghana’s defeat to Croatia confirmed Scotland’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup; Steve Clarke stepped down as head coach shortly after; Clarke was in the role for seven years and led Scotland to record three major finals; he signed a new four-year deal in May ahead of the World Cup

Scottish football has been thrown into further turmoil following the resignation of Scotland manager Steve Clarke after the national team’s disappointing World Cup exit, including a painful 3-0 defeat to Brazil that left supporters furious.

Clarke’s decision to step down came after days of heavy criticism from fans and pundits, with many questioning the team’s performances and tactics during the tournament. The 3-0 loss to Brazil proved to be the final straw for many supporters, who flooded social media demanding major changes within the national team setup.

As tributes and reactions poured in following the manager’s resignation, Scotland captain Andy Robertson unexpectedly became the centre of attention.

The Liverpool defender shared an emotional message on Instagram shortly after Clarke’s resignation was announced. However, the post remained online for just six minutes before being deleted.

Unfortunately for Robertson, several supporters managed to screenshot the post before it disappeared, and the image quickly spread across social media platforms.

the circulating screenshots, Robertson’s message appeared to defend Clarke and express disappointment over the criticism directed at the former Scotland boss.

The post read:

“People will remember the final result, but they should never forget everything this man did for Scottish football. Thank you, gaffer, for believing in us and giving us unforgettable moments. Sometimes football can be cruel.”

The message immediately sparked debate among supporters.

While many agreed with Robertson’s comments and praised Clarke for restoring pride to the national team, others were far less sympathetic following Scotland’s disappointing World Cup campaign.

A large section of supporters argued that the team’s performances, particularly the heavy defeat against Brazil, justified the criticism directed at the former manager.

The decision to delete the message only added more fuel to the controversy, with many fans questioning why the Scotland captain removed the post so quickly.

Neither Robertson nor the Scottish Football Association has commented publicly on the screenshots at the time of writing.

Despite the criticism surrounding his departure, Steve Clarke leaves his role as one of the most significant managers in modern Scottish football history. He guided Scotland to major international tournaments and helped rebuild confidence within the national team after years of disappointment.

However, football can often be defined by recent results, and the World Cup exit has overshadowed much of the progress made during his tenure.

Supporters remain deeply divided. Some believe Clarke deserves gratitude and respect for what he achieved, while others feel a change was necessary after Scotland’s performances failed to meet expectations on the biggest stage.

The screenshots of Robertson’s deleted post have now become one of the biggest talking points in Scottish football, with thousands of supporters sharing their opinions online.

Fans react

@TartanBlue1882:
“I respect everything Clarke did, but after losing 3-0 to Brazil and going out like that, criticism is deserved.”

@ScotFootballTalk:
“Why did Andy delete it after six minutes? He should stand by his words if he truly believes them.”

@GlasgowLoyal:
“Steve Clarke brought us good memories, but the World Cup was a disaster. Fans have every right to be angry.”

@FootballNorth:
“I understand Robertson defending his manager, but supporters are hurting right now after that performance.”

@TheTartanVoice:
“The screenshot is everywhere. Once you post something online, you can’t take it back.”

As Scotland begin the search for a new manager, the debate surrounding Steve Clarke’s legacy is likely to continue.

What was meant to be a moment of reflection following a painful World Cup exit has instead turned into another social media storm, with Andy Robertson’s deleted message becoming the latest chapter in a dramatic few days for Scottish football.