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Harry and John Souttar prepare for World Cup amid grief for brother

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:15 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Harry and John Souttar prepare for World Cup amid grief for brother
Summary

Harry and John Souttar are set to represent Australia and Scotland, respectively, in the World Cup this summer. Both brothers lost their older brother Aaron in July 2022, following his battle with motor neurone disease. The Souttar family splits their attention between the brothers' matches in the United States and Canada. As they prepare for their games, both players honor Aaron's memory through tattoos and shared memories, emphasizing the bond that has grown between them since their loss. The brothers kick off their World Cup schedules, with Scotland facing Haiti and Australia taking on Turkey.

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  • •Harry Souttar represents Australia, while John Souttar plays for Scotland.
  • •Both brothers lost their older brother Aaron in July 2022.
  • •Aaron's influence is honored through tattoos and personal reflections.
  • •Scotland's first match is against Haiti; Australia's is against Turkey.
  • •Family will split their attendance between the brothers' respective games.
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  • 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — Two brothers, two nations, one World Cup & how grief bound them
  • 6:14 AMBBC Sport — Two brothers, two nations, one World Cup & how grief bound them
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In July 2022, brothers Harry and John Souttar lost their hero, but as both prepare to represent different nations at the World Cup, his influence lives on.

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In July 2022, brothers Harry and John Souttar lost their hero, but as both prepare to represent different nations at the World Cup, his influence lives on.

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