Sebastien Pocognoli has acknowledged feeling “positive nervousness” before taking charge of Scotland for the first time. His debut as national team head coach will come against Slovenia in a Nations League tie in Ljubljana on Saturday.
The match will mark Pocognoli’s first game in charge of Scotland, giving him his initial opportunity to lead the team in competitive action. The fixture forms part of the Nations League schedule and will be played in Slovenia.
Pocognoli described his feelings ahead of the match as positive nervousness, indicating the significance of beginning his tenure with the national side. Scotland’s opening fixture under his management is now set for Saturday in Ljubljana.
