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Tartan Army honors fan with applause during World Cup match against Morocco

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:41 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Tartan Army honors fan with applause during World Cup match against Morocco

Summary

During the 76th minute of the FIFA World Cup match against Morocco on June 19, the Tartan Army clapped in tribute to Donny Strathie, a 76-year-old supporter who passed away in Boston earlier that week. Strathie had traveled to fulfill his lifelong dream of watching Scotland play in the World Cup. His daughter requested a moment of applause from the fan group, which was supported by the Scotland National Team and the Boston World Cup organizers. The event both commemorated Strathie's passion for soccer and highlighted the spirit of the Tartan Army as they remembered one of their own.

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Key Details

•The Tartan Army applauded in the 76th minute during the Morocco match.
•Donny Strathie died unexpectedly while in Boston for the World Cup.
•His journey to the World Cup was a lifelong dream for him.
•The tribute was organized at the request of Strathie's daughter.
•Support for the tribute also came from the Boston World Cup organizers and the New England Patriots.

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