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Scotland fans have descended on Boston for the World Cup, and bars are struggling to keep up
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 19, 2026
· 5 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 Sco
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 bar in Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood since 2010.
Why this matters in The Miami
The influx of Scotland fans in Boston for the World Cup has significant implications for Miami , particularly in terms of event planning and crowd management. As a city that frequently hosts large-scale events and festivals, such as those in Little Havana and Wynwood, Miami can learn from Boston's experience in accommodating massive crowds. The strain on Boston's beer supply and the need for extended bar and restaurant hours may prompt Miami officials to re-examine their own strategies for handling large events, especially in areas like Miami Beach and Brickell, which are prone to congestion. Furthermore, the success of Scottish restaurants and bars in Boston, like The Haven, could inspire similar establishments in Miami's diverse neighborhoods, catering to the city's strong Latin American and Caribbean communities. By studying the effects of the World Cup on Boston, Miami can refine its approach to hosting international events and fostering a vibrant cultural scene.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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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 Sco
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