
‘Inhuman World Cup contract decision left us emotionally damaged’
Scotland players tell BBC Sport their mental health suffered after they were told their contracts would end following the World Cup.
THURSDAY, 05 FEBRUARY 2026, 10:53

Scotland players tell BBC Sport their mental health suffered after they were told their contracts would end following the World Cup.

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