The city of Miami has been experiencing true football fever since Lionel Messi's arrival in MLS. Now, the 'Sunshine State' is preparing to welcome a massive influx of Scottish fans during the 2026 World Cup. Robert Snodgrass notes that the Scotland national team supporters will create a unique party atmosphere in the city, hoping for a historic result on North American pitches. This is reported by Goal.com .
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami, co-owned by Manchester United legend David Beckham, in the summer of 2023 following his illustrious spells at Barcelona and PSG. As the most decorated player in history, he has taken the popularity of soccer in the US to a new level, sparking interest that rivals NFL and NBA stars.
The Scotland national team is on the verge of celebrating its 21st-century debut, having qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1998. According to former player Snodgrass, regardless of the results, Scottish fans will create an unforgettable atmosphere on the beaches of Miami. "Fans will unite to support their country and have a great time. We will definitely see Scottish flags on Miami beaches," he says.
Although Scotland has participated in eight major tournaments so far, they have never advanced past the group stage. There have been bright moments, such as the legendary goal scored by Archie Gemmill against the Netherlands in 1978, but the team still dreams of reaching the knockout stages. The 2026 World Cup could be their chance to end this unfortunate tradition.
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