How the Tartan Army captured the heart of Boston
Summary
Around 50,000 Scottish football fans, known as the Tartan Army, visited Boston during Scotland's group stage matches of a football tournament. Their presence boosted local business and created a warm connection with the people of Boston, who welcomed the fans and shared cultural experiences.Key Facts
- Approximately 50,000 Scotland fans came to Boston for football games.
- The fans greatly increased sales at local bars, drinking four times the usual amount of Boston Lager over a holiday period.
- Local stores sold many Scotland football shirts, even outselling USA team shirts.
- Bostonians organized events in public parks to celebrate and connect with the Scottish visitors.
- The Tartan Army was praised for their friendly energy and cultural sharing, including playing bagpipes and dancing.
- The Massachusetts governor signed an order to allow haggis, a traditional Scottish dish, to be sold again in the state.
- Boston’s mayor expressed hope the Scottish fans would continue to see the city as a home base.
- Some locals said the Scottish fans brought a positive energy to the city during a slow sports season.
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