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Stephen O'Donnell anticipates celebration at World Cup opener against Haiti

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 1:27 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Stephen O'Donnell anticipates celebration at World Cup opener against Haiti

Summary

Stephen O'Donnell, the former Scotland full-back, is enjoying festivities with the Tartan Army in Boston ahead of the World Cup opener against Haiti. He emphasizes the importance of the match for Scotland as they aim to start strong in a group that includes Morocco and Brazil. O'Donnell reflects on the moments he hopes to create with his son at the game, expressing confidence in the team's offensive potential with players like Scott McTominay and Che Adams. He acknowledges Haiti's capability, stating that it will be a tough challenge. The match represents a key opportunity for Scotland to build momentum in the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•O'Donnell is in Boston with Tartan Army for World Cup opener.
•Scotland plays Haiti in their first group match.
•O'Donnell hopes for memorable moments with his son.
•Scotland aims for a win before facing Morocco and Brazil.
•The match is seen as crucial for building tournament momentum.

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1:27 PMYahoo Sports — O'Donnell aims to be 'celebrating into the night'

What they're saying

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Former Scotland full-back Stephen O'Donnell has swapped defensive duties for partying with the Tartan Army in Boston and is hoping for the night of his life at the World Cup opener against Haiti. "I'm would love to be sitting in the stand witnessing a memorable night that I can look back on in 20 years' time and say I was there with my son because you want to create moments that don't get forgotten," the 34-year-old Motherwell defender told BBC Scotland. O'Donnell, who played in all three Scotland games at Euro 2020, knows the importance of Steve Clarke's side making a winning start before facing Morocco and Brazil.
— Yahoo Sports

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