Scotland’s Capital can profit greatly from football, but we run the danger of losing out, according to a report.

Although Scotland’s football players were unable to advance past the final stage in their attempt to create history at Euro 2024, their supporters achieved an incredible soft-power triumph that may have favourable effects for many years to come.

Not even the most powerful dignitaries, the most devoted followers, or Steve Clarke’s team of gifted and honourable footballers could match what Scotland’s renowned Tartan Army has accomplished.

A country, a large, significant one, has developed a deep affection for Scotland. Three German cities were visited by Scotland’s supporters: Munich, Cologne, and Stuttgart. All three expressed gratitude to their guests and expressed sadness when they had to depart.

Simply put, “We love you Scots” was the headline in Cologne’s best-selling daily, the Kolner Stadt-Anzeiger. The Tartan Army’s history was published by the German online news outlet Blick with the headline, “The history of the friendliest army in the world.”

Additionally, Henriette Reker, the mayor of Cologne, tweeted: “Dear Scots, it’s been a great couple of days spending time with you. As mayor, I could not be happier. Your return to Cologne is always welcome!” Top authorities close to Munich mayor Dieter Reiter concurred, saying, “Scotland’s fans have been so impressive.” We’re thinking about how to recognise this.

Best of all, the well-rested ranks of the 200,000 who travelled have delighted regular Germans just as much. So much so that two people, Max Kirchi and Vert Stabs, have started a petition asking the two football governing bodies of the countries to hold an annual friendly between them. Hundreds of people were signing the Change.org petition every hour, putting it well on its way to reaching its 25,000 signature goal as of the time of writing.

All of this occurred only a few days after a group of specialists convened in Edinburgh to talk about a study that examines how and why football may have a much greater and more significant impact on the daily lives of people in our country and its capital. A group of scholars and professionals led by Professor Grant Jarvie of the University of Edinburgh Academy of Sport think tank wrote “Edinburgh Futures, Football and the City.”

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The 24-year-old had played a crucial role for Gateshead last season, helping the club to secure a play-off place as well as being apart of their FA Trophy journey, which led to the club winning via penalties at Wembley Stadium last month.

But as he approaches a transfer to League One team Exeter City, currently coached by Gary Caldwell, his time at the National League team appears to be coming to an end.

How did Francis fare last season?

Since joining the National League team from Notts County last summer and their subsequent promotion to the EFL, the midfield player has been a mainstay.

Francis played in 40 league games for Gateshead the previous season, but an injury kept him from making an appearance at Wembley Stadium.

Considering his detailed stats, Francis averaged 9.2 ball recoveries, 4.2 interceptions, and an 89% throwing success rate per ninety minutes during the National League season.

Francis played for a very successful Gateshead football team, led by Rob Elliott, who averaged the greatest ball possession percentage in the division (62%), along with 500 accurate passes each game.

Gary Caldwell will be very pleased with his ball-handling skills as he attempts to assemble an Exeter City team that can play effectively in League One next year.

Journalist Pete O’Rourke claims that the two teams have now agreed on an undisclosed amount for the midfield player. A physical examination and personal conditions agreement will probably come before the transfer to the football club is officially confirmed.