Multiple reports say seven players from Steve Clarke’s first Scotland squad are still with him as Scotland approach the 2026 World Cup. The outlets both frame the story as an identification of the “survivors” from that initial group who have continued in Clarke’s plans and have reached the stage of being part of the squad setup for the tournament. While the articles share the same core claim—seven players remain—neither source text provided here includes the specific names of the players. Overall, the coverage focuses on continuity across Clarke’s tenure, highlighting that a minority of the original squad elements have lasted to the 2026 tournament period. The reports therefore center on a retrospective look at player longevity and selection consistency rather than on match results or tactical changes. The common theme is that exactly seven players from Clarke’s first Scotland squad are still involved with the team at the time of the 2026 World Cup.