Scottish Tartan Army marches to Fenway, plays bagpipes before Red Sox game
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 11:58 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The Scottish Tartan Army visited Fenway Park on June 14, 2026, to celebrate their World Cup journey. After their 1-0 victory in Foxboro during the Group Stage, they embraced Boston's atmosphere by parading in kilts and playing bagpipes. The event marked their first World Cup appearance in 28 years, and many fans showed up in custom Red Sox jerseys. The Tartan Army's enthusiasm was well received by Red Sox fans, further enhancing the connection between the Scottish visitors and Boston's passionate sports culture.
- •Tartan Army celebrated their first World Cup berth in 28 years.
- •Scots played bagpipes and wore kilts at Fenway Park.
- •Scotland won their Group Stage game against an unnamed opponent.
- •Fans displayed support with custom Red Sox jerseys.
- •The event showcased strong connections between Scottish and Boston sports cultures.
- 11:58 PMYahoo Sports — Move over, Red Sox Nation. Scotland's Tartan Army arrives at Fenway Park
- 10:52 PMYahoo Sports — Scottish 'Tartan Army' Takes Over Fenway, Blasts Bagpipes Before Red Sox Game
"Fresh off Scotland capping its first World Cup appearance in 28 years with a historic victory, the Tartan Army marched to Fenway Park and joined Red Sox Nation on Sunday night. On Saturday night, John McGinn deflected a shot off an opposing defender and past goalkeeper Johny Placide in the 28th minute, and Scotland defeated Haiti 1-0 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough.
"The Scots are in Boston for the World Cup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 11:58 PMMove over, Red Sox Nation. Scotland's Tartan Army arrives at Fenway Park
Fresh off Scotland capping its first World Cup appearance in 28 years with a historic victory, the Tartan Army marched to Fenway Park and joined Red Sox Nation on Sunday night. On Saturday night, John McGinn deflected a shot off an opposing defender and past goalkeeper Johny Placide in the 28th minute, and Scotland defeated Haiti 1-0 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 10:52 PMScottish 'Tartan Army' Takes Over Fenway, Blasts Bagpipes Before Red Sox Game
The Scots are in Boston for the World Cup.
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