The Tartan Army's Boston love story

The beer had run out. To the chant of “No Scotland No Party” amid kilts, festive bagpipes, and red shirts bearing the name of McTominay, Boston’s pubs were forced to dip into their emergency supplies.

It’s no surprise, then, that the love story between the Tartan Army, as well as the city of Boston was officially put down in black, as well as white.

Inside a pub packed with celebrating supporters, Boston’s mayor, Michelle Wu, wore a pink national side jersey to sign, on Thursday, June 18, a letter of intent for a twinning agreement with Glasgow.

From the very opening contest against Haiti, Scottish supporters spread across three locations, mingling with locals: Foxborough, just steps from the arena; Providence, in New England; and downtown, in Beacon Hill, right in the city centre, where dozens of TV crews documented the massive jubilation.

“Yes Sir, I Can Boogie,” they sang along to the famous refrain of “I’m Gonna Be,” chants that also echoed during a Boston Red Sox baseball fixture, complete with a parade toward Fenway Park.

“It’s been great to see videos from the Red Sox fixtures,” commented leader Andy Robertson in a press conference. I know the owners were absolutely delighted the Tartan Army were in – one of them sent me a nice message."

as emerged following the contest between Scotland well as Morocco, the Boston Globe paid tribute to the supporters who had filled the city with colour with a full-page message of thanks, stating: “We will never forget the joy you brought to the city.”

Meanwhile, the love affair between Boston, as well as the Tartan Army could yet have another chapter. If the Scots make it through to the elimination stage stage, there is a chance they could comeback to the city for their Phase of 32 contest. Should that occur, they are sure to welcomed back with warm smiles, as well as open arms.

Viral moments

Dozens of statues received a small makeover in 'Glasgow style'. Inspired by the statue of the Duke of Wellington, located in front of the Gallery of Modern Art, Boston’s iconic figures were crowned with traffic cones.

Building on that, a local police officer, meanwhile, put his football skills to the test, juggling the ball in front of Scottish supporters.

And finally, the Tartan Army's unbelievable march to Fenway Park...