Scotland set-piece specialist Austin MacPhee is stepping down from his role with the national team.The Aston Villa coach has been an integral part of Steve Clarke's backroom team for three years - and was a key component in qualifying for Euro 2024.
But it's understood that MacPhee has reluctantly made the decision to quit the international scene due to his father's illness.
The 44-year-old wants to spend more time with family while focusing on his club job, with Villa involved in the Champions League this season.
Losing MacPhee will be a blow to Clarke, who has already had to re-jig his coaching staff after the Euros in Germany.James Morrison left and has been replaced by Alan Irvine for the Nations League fixtures and upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.
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