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Alan Weir reflects on Scotland's last World Cup in 1998

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Alan Weir reflects on Scotland's last World Cup in 1998
Summary

Alan Weir recalls his experience as a young fan when Scotland participated in the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France, including an emotional 3-0 loss to Morocco. The defeat and the overall atmosphere inspired Alan to make significant life changes, including traveling more extensively and eventually settling in Naples, Italy. There, he fell in love with both the city and Piera, whom he married. Having Scottish players such as Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour at Napoli has fueled his passion for the sport, as he now balances family life with his love of football.

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  • •Alan Weir was part of the Tartan Army at France '98.
  • •Scotland lost to Morocco, leading to their exit from the tournament.
  • •The experience prompted Weir to travel and eventually settle in Naples.
  • •Weir married Piera and has three children, fostering a love for football.
  • •He supports Napoli, especially after the acquisition of Scottish players.
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Scotland crashed out but the experience of being at the World Cup inspired Alan Weir to make some big decisions.

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