Scotland at World Cup 2026: Group C Fixtures, Venues & Fan Guide
Scotland's first World Cup since 1998: Group C games at Gillette/Boston (June 13 & 19) and Hard Rock/Miami (June 24). Schedule, logistics, and the eSIM for every stop.
Published June 8, 2026·5 min read
Summary
Scotland are at a World Cup for the first time since 1998, and their three Group C matches are vs. Haiti at Gillette Stadium near Boston (June 13), vs. Morocco at Gillette again (June 19), and vs. Brazil at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami (June 24, 2026). With two of three games in one venue, Boston is the Tartan Army's natural base. Here's the fan plan.
Scotland's Group C fixtures
| Date (ET) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sat Jun 13, 9 p.m. | Haiti vs. Scotland | Gillette Stadium (Boston) |
| Fri Jun 19, 6 p.m. | Scotland vs. Morocco | Gillette Stadium (Boston) |
| Wed Jun 24, 6 p.m. | Scotland vs. Brazil | Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) |
Scotland's return ends a 28-year wait for a World Cup, and the opener against Haiti at Gillette is a genuinely winnable start. The realistic route is points against Haiti and Moroccobefore the daunting finale against Brazil — see the full table picture in our Group C preview.
City-by-city logistics
Two games at Gillette make Boston the obvious base. Gillette is in Foxborough, about 22 miles southwest of downtown, with MBTA commuter-rail event trains on match days — details in our Boston getting-there guide and Boston eat & stay guide. For the Miami finale, fly south and use our Miami getting-there guide.
Where the Tartan Army gathers
Scotland fans are famous for turning host cities tartan, and the free FIFA Fan Festivals are the hub. Check the Boston fan festival for June 13 and 19, and Miami's Bayfront Park festival for the June 24 clash with Brazil. Arrive early; Boston-area accommodation books out fast on double-header weekends.
eSIM vs roaming vs pocket Wi-Fi for World Cup travel
| Option | Cost | Setup time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM | Low | ~5 min (pre-install on Wi-Fi) | Excellent (local carrier) |
| Carrier roaming | High | Instant (already enabled) | Medium (partner-dependent) |
| Pocket Wi-Fi | Medium | Airport pickup / rental | Good (extra device to charge) |
UK carrier roaming in the US can run £6–£10 a day, and it adds up fast over a two-week trip. A North America eSIM puts you on T-Mobile or AT&T 5G the moment you land at Boston Logan and follows you to Miami without a new plan — ideal for mobile tickets, the FIFA app, transit times, and WhatsApp home. From US$5 with Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card.
FAQ
QWhen and where does Scotland play in the World Cup 2026 group stage?
AScotland play vs. Haiti (June 13) and vs. Morocco (June 19) at Gillette near Boston, then vs. Brazil in Miami (June 24). All three Group C games are in the United States.
QIs this Scotland's first World Cup in a while?
AYes — it's Scotland's first World Cup since France 1998, ending a 28-year absence. The Tartan Army is expected to travel in large numbers.
QWhere should Scotland fans base themselves?
ABoston — two of three games are at Gillette Stadium (June 13 and 19). The June 24 finale against Brazil is in Miami, a separate flight south.
QWhat eSIM works for the Tartan Army in the USA?
AA single North America eSIM covers Boston and Miami on local 5G — no UK roaming bills. Plans start around US$5 and install before you fly.
Bottom line
Scotland's long-awaited return runs through Boston and Miami, and the opener against Haiti is the real chance for points. Lock your fixtures, read the Group C preview, and grab a World Cup 2026 eSIMso every ticket scan, map, and rideshare just works — no roaming bill required.