Scotland fans’ wait for World Cup 2026 to begin is almost over as thousands of fans boarded their long-haul flights to the United States this ahead of the tournament beginning on June 11.
Steve Clarke’s side open their Group C campaign with a clash against Haiti on Saturday night in Foxborough, Massachusetts and the Tartan Army are expected arrive in their hordes - with many of them dressed to impress.
The cameras were there across Edinburgh and Glasgow airports to catch happy fans heading to the World Cup in North America, and we’ve picked some the best photos to get you in the mood for the tournament. Can you spot yourself in our gallery?
Here are 40 of the best photos of Scotland fans heading to the United States for World Cup 2026.

5. Departures
Scotland fans are pictured checking the departures board at Glasgow Airport as they travel to the United States. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

6. Bags packed
Three Scotland fans get ready for their World Cup adventure. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

7. Fully packed
Two Scotland fans on their way to the World Cup at Glasgow Airport. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

8. Push!
Skerryvore Tartan Army member Martin Gillespie is pictured at Glasgow Airport heading to the World Cup. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

