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Matt Damon praises Scottish football fans during Boston takeover

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 8:35 PM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Matt Damon praises Scottish football fans during Boston takeover

Summary

Hollywood actor Matt Damon expressed admiration for Scottish football fans who visited Boston for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking on Late Night With Seth Myers, he described their presence as 'epic', noting the positive interactions between the fans and the local community. The Scottish fans attracted significant attention as they celebrated their first World Cup qualification in 28 years, though Scotland's tournament ended early after a loss to Croatia. Damon also shared anecdotes highlighting the fans' spirited behavior and connection with Boston.

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•Damon called the Scottish fans' takeover in Boston 'epic'.
•Scotland qualified for the World Cup for the first time in 28 years.
•The fans celebrated despite Scotland's early exit from the tournament.
•Damon recounted a humorous interaction between fans and a local woman.
•He highlighted the connection felt between locals and Scottish supporters.

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8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Massachusetts native Matt Damon hails Scottish football fans’ Boston takeover

What they're saying

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Damon spoke warmly of the Scottish fans, who garnered significant attention for their spirited takeover of Boston, earning praise for their exemplary behaviour, generosity, and distinctive ’patter’
— Yahoo Sports

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