Thousands of sweat-drenched Scotland supporters, including reporter Ryan Carroll, have descended on Miami ahead of Wednesday's massive World Cup showdown with Brazil. The atmosphere is a world away from the wild scenes in Boston, where tens of thousands of Tartan Army foot soldiers took over the city and drank the pubs dry, but it is every bit as special.
Global fan gathering in sweltering heat
In Florida, the Scots have been joined by fans from every corner of the globe. Supporters from Argentina, Uruguay, Cape Verde, Colombia and Brazil have been soaking up the sweltering sunshine alongside Scotland fans. Many have been eager to grab photos with the barmy Tartan Army, who, despite the relentless heat, remain committed to tradition by squeezing themselves into heavy kilts.
There is a real family feel out here too. Couples who feared they might never get the chance to experience football's biggest tournament together have taken the plunge and booked the trip of a lifetime, sharing it all with their children. Between matches they have been ticking off Miami's sights, hitting the beach and even taking in a baseball game, determined to make the most of every moment on this unforgettable adventure.
Hope for group stage progression
Whatever happens at Hard Rock Stadium on Wednesday night, these are the memories that will last a lifetime. But the hope among the Tartan Army is that this journey has a few more chapters left to write. Whether it is a win, a draw or a tight loss, supporters are desperate that Scotland do enough to get out of the group and keep this remarkable World Cup adventure alive.
