Lorraine Kelly has arrived at Gillette Stadium in Boston to cheer on the Scotland football team in their World Cup match against Morocco, admitting her nerves are 'shredded'. The 66-year-old presenter flew to Massachusetts straight after her talk show slot on Wednesday morning (June 16) and has been immersing herself in the Tartan Army celebrations.
Nerves Before Kick-Off
With kick-off just minutes away, Lorraine took to Instagram to share a video from her seat in the stadium. She wrote in the caption: 'We made it!!! Nerves are shredded but we are here. Come on SCOTLAND!!!' In the video, looking stylish in a red tartan top and large sunglasses, she said: 'So I made it, we're here. We're just waiting for the kick-off.' Taking a deep breath, she added: 'Nerves kicking in. Listen to that great song. Runrig, Loch Lomond. Hope it brings us luck.'
Support from Fans
Other Scotland supporters shared their support in the comments, with one saying: 'Can you hear us all back here in Scotland. We have absolutely everything crossed for them!' Another highlighted the kindness of the Tartan Army: 'My son there too. Was on his own in Boston before Camp America and some kind members of tartan army bought him a ticket. We're blown away. Cmon the laddies.'
Emotional Experience in Boston
Throughout the day, Lorraine has been exploring Boston and experiencing the bond forming between Scots and Americans. Speaking to STV Sport, she described the experience as 'emotional and brilliant' despite only being in the city for a few days. She added: 'I've never been more proud to be Scottish honestly, and everybody in Boston just wants us to stay. They don't want us to go away.'
Unusual Journey to the Stadium
Lorraine admitted that getting to the stadium was challenging, sharing with Heart Scotland: 'It's very difficult to get to the stadium. You can get there but the trains are full. The buses are full.' In an amusing turn, she revealed that she and her husband managed to secure seats on a 'Tartan Army Party Bus'. Fans were quick to comment, with one writing: 'It will be the most fun way to travel to Lorraine,' while another praised: 'Lorraine can blag her way in anywhere.'
