Friends and family honor Scotland fan who died at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 11:36 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Friends and family will honor 76-year-old Donny Strathie, who died after collapsing at his hotel in Boston, during Scotland's World Cup match against Morocco on Friday. They plan a minute's applause in the 76th minute to celebrate his memory. Strathie was attending his first Scotland World Cup game and had traveled with family from Canada. Family friend Lynne Connell described him as a beloved Tartan Army member and a vibrant storyteller. The tribute will also include a bagpipe performance of 'Flower of Scotland' outside the hotel where he passed away.
- •Donny Strathie died in Boston while attending the World Cup.
- •Minute's applause planned for the 76th minute of the match.
- •Family traveled from Canada to watch the game.
- •Tribute includes a bagpipe performance outside the hotel.
- •Strathie was a dedicated Tartan Army supporter.
- 11:36 AMYahoo Sports — Family plans applause tribute for Scotland fan who died at World Cup
"Donny Strathie, from Grangemouth, died after collapsing at his hotel in Boston on Sunday.
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