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Robertson describes Scotland's excitement before World Cup opener against Haiti

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 8:48 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Robertson describes Scotland's excitement before World Cup opener against Haiti

Summary

Scotland captain Andy Robertson expressed the excitement of the team as they prepare for their World Cup opening match against Haiti on June 13 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. He likened the atmosphere in the team hotel to 'Christmas Eve' for children, emphasizing the pride of the players after a long 28-year wait to return to a men's World Cup final. Scotland secured their place in the tournament with a 4-2 victory over Denmark last November and recently beat Bolivia 4-0 in a warm-up match. Robertson highlighted the importance of showcasing their talents on the big stage, especially after previous disappointments in major competitions.

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•Scotland faces Haiti on June 13 in their World Cup opener.
•Robertson compares the excitement to 'Christmas Eve' for kids.
•Scotland secured their World Cup spot with a win over Denmark.
•The team recently won a friendly against Bolivia 4-0.
•Robertson stresses the importance of performing well in the tournament.

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8:48 PMYahoo Sports — Scotland hotel 'like Christmas Eve when you're a kid' - Robertson

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Captain Andy Robertson says he and the Scotland players are like children on Christmas Eve as they prepare to end their nation's 28-year wait to return to a men's World Cup finals. "We're on the eve of it and in the team hotel it feels like Christmas Eve when you're a little kid," Tottenham Hotspur left-back Robertson told BBC Sport. Scotland secured their place at the finals with a stunning 4-2 win at home to Denmark in November.
— Yahoo Sports

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