Scottish Football Association - Chief Executive

Chief Executive

The chief executive of the Scottish Football Association oversees the development of football in Scotland and the administration of disciplinary matters, and is also responsible for the general organisation of the national side. One of the most prominent roles of the chief executive is to hire and dismiss Scotland national team managers.

There have been eight chief executives since 1882:

  • John McDowall (1882–1928)
  • George Graham (1928–1957)
  • Willie Allan (1957–1977)
  • Ernie Walker (1977–1990)
  • Jim Farry (1990–1999)
  • David Taylor (1999–2007)
  • Gordon Smith (2007–2010)
  • Stewart Regan (2010–present)

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