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Former Scotland National Team Coach Walter Smith Is Dead

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By Samantha Allen
Published: October 26, 2021 | 1:06 PM GMT

Walter Smith, the former coach of Rangers and the Scotland national team, has died.

Smith took over as coach of Scotland’s under-18s and under-21s teams in 1978 and 1982, respectively.

He also assisted Alex Ferguson at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico before joining Rangers as an assistant to Graeme Souness later that summer.

Rangers, Smith’s old club, confirmed his death on their verified Twitter account.

The statement read, “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our former manager, chairman and club legend, Walter Smith.”

Similarly, the Scottish Football Association FA said in a statement: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the former Scotland national coach, and one of the most successful managers in Scottish football history, Walter Smith.

“The thoughts of everyone at the Scottish FA are with his friends and family at this time.”

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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.