Traffic cones appear on Boston statues after Scottish fans arrive in city
Summary
Scotland soccer fans visiting Boston for the World Cup have been placing bright orange traffic cones on city statues, following a tradition from Glasgow where a Duke of Wellington statue famously wears a cone. This playful act has caught local attention and reflects the fans’ spirited support during the tournament.Key Facts
- Scotland fans put orange traffic cones on Boston statues during the World Cup.
- The practice comes from Glasgow, where the Duke of Wellington statue has worn a cone since the 1980s.
- Around 20,000 to 30,000 Scotland fans traveled to Boston for their match against Haiti, which Scotland won 1-0.
- Statues decorated include the Arms of Friendship, former Boston mayor Kevin White, and basketball legend Bill Russell.
- Some locals are curious and see the cones as a fun symbol of Scottish fans visiting.
- Boston authorities have begun removing the cones, but fans continue to wear cone hats themselves.
- The cone tradition signals friendly, playful spirit and is well known in Glasgow as a local joke.
- The Duke of Wellington statue's cone started with late-night pranksters and became an iconic symbol.
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