'On the beach' - Miami braced for Scotland invasion after Lionel Messi mania as Tartan Army are backed to witness history at 2026 World Cup

Published May. 29, 2026 3:00 p.m. ET

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Scotland supporters are preparing to cross the Atlantic and soak up some rays, while taking in some live sporting action, and promise to make the locals - along with fellow fans from every corner of the globe - very much aware of their presence.

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It will all be good-natured fun and ex-Scotland star Snodgrass - speaking in association with

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Some memorable moments have been savoured down the years - such as Archie Gemmill’s iconic goal against the Netherlands in 1978 - but the Scots have never been able to make it beyond the group stages and into the knockout rounds.

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“It couldn't happen to a better bunch of boys and staff. They’ve gone through so many highs and so many low points but they’ve brought some great memories to the country. They’re part of that team that’s sort of rejuvenating the hope and belief to get us back to tournaments.

“All the fans are having expectations. The Euros was great because we got there but now we need to go and put some results together and there’s no better way to do it starting against Brazil.”

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Scotland have friendly fixtures against Curacao and Bolivia lined up, in a bid to get them ready for competitive action. Their

Morocco will be faced in the same venue on June 19 before heading south to Miami for an eagerly-anticipated meeting with Brazil on June 24 - with two of the liveliest fan bases on the planet preparing to unite in the sun-soaked surroundings of Hard Rock Stadium.

This interview with Robert Snodgrass was conducted on behalf of Booker as part of the UK wholesaler's campaign to encourage Scotland fans to shop locally during the Summer of Sport.