A viral TikTok video has captured the enduring affection between Boston and Scotland's Tartan Army, weeks after the supporters left the city following Scotland's World Cup campaign.
Viral TikTok Reflects Missed Atmosphere
User @romibean posted a video listing reasons she misses the Scottish fans, captioning it "Iconic No Scotland, No Party." She said: "You know what I miss? I miss the Scottish fans. I miss seeing monuments and statues in America decorated with traffic cones. I miss the Tartan Army."
The American continued: "I miss seeing people playing bagpipes at six o'clock in the morning, waking up the neighbourhood with glee. I miss seeing New England turn into New Scotland. I miss it, I really do."
Scots Transformed Boston During World Cup
Thousands of Scotland supporters took over Boston for the first two group stage games against Haiti and Morocco at Gillette Stadium, renamed Boston Stadium for the tournament. The travelling fans turned the city into a sea of kilts, bagpipes, and Saltires, quickly winning over locals with their good humour and party atmosphere.
Comments Reveal Mutual Affection
The video struck a chord, with Americans and Scots reminiscing. One American user wrote: "They brought fun and laughter. I miss it too." Another added: "I do too, they were great." A third joked: "I miss them too and I was on the other side of the country. Soccer is dead to me now."
Scotland supporters thanked Boston for hospitality. One wrote: "We miss you. Thank you all for your amazing hospitality." Another said: "We miss you Boston. Love from Scotland."
Suggestions for Reunion
Some proposed future reunions. One Scot joked: "Come to Scotland for a holiday. It will be worth it. And our pubs don't run out of beer"—a reference to Boston bars struggling to meet demand from thirsty fans. Another suggested: "Should have USA v Scotland friendlies in Boston just because."
