Tartan Army devastated to leave Boston after World Cup matches, "You've been the best hosts"
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Key Points:
- Scotland narrowly lost 0-1 to Morocco in a World Cup match at Boston Stadium, but the Scottish fans, known as the Tartan Army, were more upset about leaving New England than the defeat.
- The Tartan Army received a warm welcome in Massachusetts, with locals and police allowing them to celebrate freely, and the Scots left a noticeable cultural impact, including kilts, bagpipes, and temporary changes to public drinking laws.
- Despite their disappointment, Scottish supporters are hopeful their team will advance to the Round of 32, allowing them to return to Boston for future matches, including their upcoming game against Brazil in Miami.
- Moroccan fans celebrated their team's first win of the 2026 World Cup, with many, like Omar Boutahar from Saudi Arabia, cherishing the memorable experience of watching the match with family.
- Morocco is set to play Haiti in Atlanta on Wednesday as they continue their World Cup campaign.
