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Scotland fans have descended on Boston for the World Cup, and bars are struggling to keep up
By KYLE HIGHTOWER, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Ever since Scotland fans learned they’d begin the country’s ninth World Cup appearance in Boston, plans were being made for a party. “I knew there was going to be a tsunami of Tartan Army (Scotland fans),” said Jason Waddleton, a Scotland native and owner of The Haven, a ...
Key takeaway “I knew there was going to be a tsunami of Tartan Army (Scotland fans),” said Jason Waddleton, a Scotland native and owner of The Haven, a Scottish restaurant and [...
Why this matters in The McAllen
The influx of Scotland fans in Boston for the World Cup has a familiar ring to it for McAllen residents who have witnessed large crowds descend upon the city for various events. While McAllen doesn't typically host international soccer matches, its own experience with managing large gatherings, such as festivals and concerts, could offer valuable insights for Boston businesses struggling to keep up with demand. Local bar and restaurant owners in McAllen might be watching the situation in Boston with interest, taking note of strategies that work and those that don't, in order to better prepare for their own future events. The city's own vibrant cultural scene, which often draws visitors from across the Rio Grande Valley, means that McAllen's hospitality industry can likely relate to the challenges faced by Boston's establishments in accommodating a sudden surge of enthusiastic fans.
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Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Ever since Scotland fans learned they’d begin the country’s ninth World Cup appearance in Boston, plans were being made for a party. “I knew there was going to be a tsunami of Tartan Army (Scotland fans),” said Jason Waddleton, a Scotland native and owner of The Haven, a ...
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