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Scotland fans boost Boston's bar scene during World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:44 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Scotland fans boost Boston's bar scene during World Cup match

Summary

Thousands of Scottish supporters flooded Boston ahead of Scotland's Group Stage match against Haiti on June 13. Their presence drove beer sales to unprecedented levels, leaving some bars, like Hennessy’s Bar, reporting record business. The influx resulted in packed establishments and widespread celebrations throughout the city. Scotland triumphed over Haiti 1-0, marking its first World Cup appearance since 1998. Another wave of Scottish fans is expected for the upcoming match against Morocco on Friday.

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•Scotland won 1-0 against Haiti on June 13 in their World Cup return.
•Boston bars reported record beer sales and sold out of some brands.
•Hennessy's Bar experienced business exceeding previous top celebrations.
•Thousands of fans are expected in Boston for Scotland's next match.
•The World Cup could bring additional international visitors to the city.

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9:44 PMYahoo Sports — Scotland Fans Drink Boston Bars Dry During World Cup

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Scotland’s long-awaited return to the FIFA World Cup appears to have delivered a major boost to Boston’s bar scene. Thousands of Scottish supporters descended on the city for Saturday’s Group Stage match against Haiti, helping drive beer sales to unprecedented levels and leaving some bars and liquor stores scrambling to restock. According to the Irish […]
— Yahoo Sports

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