Tartan Army
Coverage of Tartan Army in the Nexus archive.
- Football and politics: How to play the game
The article explores the intersection of football and politics in Britain, highlighting how World Cup success influences national mood and political strategies. It features discussions with journalists, politicians, and a playwright on topics including authenticity in politics, the impact of football on unity, and the role of the game in shaping political narratives.
- Tartan Army party over
Scotland has been eliminated from the World Cup following a defeat to Brazil, leaving the team in limbo for three days. Despite the team's underperformance, Scottish fans, known as the Tartan Army, received praise from politicians in Massachusetts and Florida for their enthusiastic spending and celebration.
- ‘No Scotland, No Party’: Tartan Army makes waves in Fort Lauderdale before anticipated match against Brazil
Scottish soccer fans, known as the Tartan Army, celebrated in Fort Lauderdale ahead of Scotland’s FIFA World Cup match against Brazil. The fans participated in a festive riverboat tour, wore traditional attire, and expressed confidence in Scotland’s chances to win the game and achieve World Cup history.
- Tartan Army marches through the streets like something out of 'Braveheart' ahead of match with Morocco
Scotland's Tartan Army showcased energetic support with bagpipes and kilts ahead of their FIFA World Cup match against Morocco. Despite a strong fan presence and an early goal from Morocco, Scotland lost 1-0, leaving them second in Group C. The team will next face Brazil in Miami.
- Where Massachusetts wants to take its Scottish love affair next
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey praises Scottish soccer fans (Tartan Army) for boosting the local economy and creating a vibrant atmosphere during World Cup matches in Boston. The governor discusses plans to extend World Cup-related benefits like extended bar hours and transit services beyond the event.
- Postcard from Boston: on tour with the Tartan Army
Scotland has returned to the World Cup after a 28-year absence, fulfilling a teenage vow for Jamie Lafferty and his Glaswegian schoolfriends. The Tartan Army, Scotland's fan base, is on tour, highlighting the nation's renewed participation in the global event.
- Haiti fans in the streets, Scotland faithful in kilts
Haiti supporters and Scotland's Tartan Army are preparing for a World Cup matchup, with fans in Haiti celebrating in the streets and Scotland's fans wearing kilts.