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Fan walks 3,000 miles to attend Scotland's World Cup opener in Boston

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 12:50 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Fan walks 3,000 miles to attend Scotland's World Cup opener in Boston
Summary

Craig Ferguson arrived in Boston after a four-month journey from Los Angeles to attend Scotland's World Cup opener against Haiti. He covered over 3,000 miles in a bid to raise one million pounds for Scottish Action for Mental Health. A last-minute donation from the Scottish government helped him reach his goal. Ferguson previously undertook a similar campaign during Euro 2024 to promote mental health awareness. He is expected to enjoy the match while celebrating his achievement.

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  • •Craig Ferguson began his journey in February.
  • •He arrived in Boston before Scotland's match against Haiti.
  • •Ferguson aimed to raise one million pounds for mental health charities.
  • •A surprise 400,000-pound donation helped him meet his fundraising goal.
  • •This campaign follows his previous efforts during Euro 2024.
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He set off back in February to be there in time for Scotland’s World Cup opener against Haiti in Boston overnight tonight: Craig Ferguson ran in a jersey from Los Angeles all the way to Boston, cove...

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