Scot Gemmill leaves Scotland Under-21s after 13 years as head coach

Scot Gemmill steps down as Scotland Under-21s head coach after 13 years, leaving a legacy of youth development and national progress.

Scot Gemmill leaves Scotland Under-21s after 13 years as head coach
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Publish: 19.07.2026
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Scot Gemmill departs as Scotland Under-21 head coach after 13 years

Scot Gemmill has left his role as Scotland Under-21 head coach after 13 years, the Scottish Football Association announced. The 55-year-old, a former Scotland midfielder, previously managed the nation’s under-17s before taking charge of the under-21s.

The SFA statement noted that Gemmill was unable to guide the under-21s to a European Championship but led the team to fourth place at the Toulon Tournament in 2018. His club career included spells at Nottingham Forest, Everton, Preston North End, Leicester City and Oxford United, followed by a year with New Zealand Knights.

SFA chief football officer Craig Mulholland thanked Gemmill for his service, saying he is held in high esteem by colleagues and by the young players he coached. Mulholland added that Gemmill has represented Scotland with distinction as both player and coach and the association wished him well in his next opportunity.

Liberal News Analysis: What Does This Development Mean?

The Scottish FA confirmed Gemmill’s departure after 13 years as an age-group coach, referenced his playing career across English clubs and his Toulon Tournament finish in 2018, and announced upcoming Under-21 fixtures in European Championship qualifying.

Quick Glance: What You Need to Know

  • Scot Gemmill has left his position as Scotland Under-21 head coach after 13 years.
  • Gemmill, 55, previously coached Scotland’s under-17s and achieved fourth place at the Toulon Tournament in 2018.
  • The Scottish FA issued a statement including comments from chief football officer Craig Mulholland and listed upcoming Under-21 qualifiers against Azerbaijan and Bulgaria.
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