Spectators allowed to drink alcohol at seats for Scotland's play-off match

BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 3:01 PM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Spectators allowed to drink alcohol at seats for Scotland's play-off match

Summary

Spectators will be permitted to consume alcohol at their seats during Scotland's Women's World Cup play-off against the Czech Republic on October 12, 2026, in Paisley. This marks the first instance of alcohol consumption at a Scottish professional football match since 1981. The Scottish FA aims to enhance the matchday experience while managing alcohol sales. Alcohol will be available in the West and East stands of the Marbill Coaches Stadium. Scotland holds a 2-0 lead following the first leg of the play-off, with hopes to advance to the next round against Sweden.

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Key Details

•Alcohol consumption allowed at seats for Scotland vs. Czech Republic match.
•First time fans can drink at a professional match since 1981.
•Scottish FA seeks to improve matchday experience with controlled alcohol sales.
•Alcohol will be sold in the West and East stands at Marbill Coaches Stadium.
•Scotland leads 2-0 from the first leg of the play-off.

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3:01 PMBBC Football — Alcohol allowed at seats for Scotland's World Cup play-off

What they're saying

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Spectators will be able to consume alcohol at their seats when Scotland host the Czech Republic in the second leg of their Women's World Cup play-off in Paisley on Tuesday.
— BBC Football

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