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Tartan Army feels the heat in Boston as World Cup kicks off
Key takeaways
- Visitors are facing 31C temperatures, with the soaring heat expected to continue into Saturday when Scotland's men face Haiti in their opening match.
- Around 30,000 fans are expected in Boston for the fixture, and city streets and bars are gradually filling up with kilts and Scotland tops.
- The tournament kicked off on Thursday night with the opening ceremony and first game between Mexico and and South Africa.
Why this matters: a developing story that could shape the day's news cycle.
Megan Bonar BBC Scotland, in Boston PA Media Scotland fan Simon Morley plays bagpipes outside Park Street Church in Boston The Tartan Army is feeling the heat in Boston as plane-loads of fans continue to arrive in the city as the World Cup gets under way.
Visitors are facing 31C temperatures, with the soaring heat expected to continue into Saturday when Scotland's men face Haiti in their opening match.
Around 30,000 fans are expected in Boston for the fixture, and city streets and bars are gradually filling up with kilts and Scotland tops.
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