Scotland fans take over Marlins game in Miami ahead of World Cup clash with Brazil

Tartan Army turns a Marlins game into a World Cup party.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 301 min read

A friend just sent me this video from the Marlins game in Miami, where fans from Scotland have taken over. What a scene! Via @JeffDarlington on X

What happened: Fans from Scotland turned out in force at the Miami Marlins game this week, filling the ballpark and bringing a soccer-style atmosphere to Major League Baseball. The traveling Scottish supporters are in South Florida ahead of their country's World Cup match.

Why it matters: Scotland faces Brazil on Wednesday at Hard Rock Stadium in the team's first World Cup appearance in 28 years. The long-awaited return has energized the Scottish fan base, whose presence is already being felt across Miami's sports venues.

By the numbers: Scotland's last World Cup appearance came in 1998, ending a 28-year absence from the tournament.

What to watch: Scotland take the field against Brazil on Wednesday at Hard Rock Stadium, with the Tartan Army expected to turn out in full voice.

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@JeffDarlington Jun 22, 8:42 PM ET

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