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.

21. On the way
Fans head to the World Cup from Glasgow Airport on Wednesday morning. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

22. Smile for the camera
A group of Scotland fans pose for a photo before jetting off to the United States. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

23. Lion hearts
Two Scotland fans pose for a photo ahead of their flight to the United States at Edinburgh Airport. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

24. Fist pump
Scotland fans are pictured at Glasgow Airport as they travel to the World Cup in North America. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group

