Scotland’s World Cup Group C fixture list sees their opening two games this summer’s tournament played in the co-host country of the United States, with clashes against Haiti and Morocco taking place at the Boston Stadium.
Founded in 1630, Boston is the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, with a current population of about 675,000. One of the oldest cities in America, it is home to several prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT, and is viewed as a global leader in education, medicine, and technology.
Known for its ties to Ireland and Irish history, it also has several links to Scotland, which is why so many have chosen it as the perfect base for the Tartan Army this summer.
Here are 10 Scottish links to Boston, Massachusetts, as Steve Clarke's squad will look to re-write their World Cup narrative over the next few weeks:
9. Scottish linked-towns
Nearby Massachusetts towns like Athol (from Atholl) and Lenox (from Lennox) have Scottish origins, often named by settlers with Scottish ties honouring their homeland regions. | Getty Images/Canva Pro
10. Footballers who have played across the pond
Scotland international Steve Nicol is the one and only player to represent Boston's local football club, New England Revolution. However, former Dundee United man Ian Harkes has also played for the club, while ex-Rangers defender Matt Polster still currently plays for them. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images