Planning a trip to a tournament your team hasn’t qualified for yet is either the ultimate act of faith or a logistical nightmare dressed up as optimism. For thousands of Scotland supporters, it’s currently both.
With the Tartan Army staring down an uncertain qualification picture for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are making real financial sacrifices, selling cars and overhauling personal plans, just to keep the option open.
The cost of believing
Multiple Scottish fans have done exactly that, liquidating assets to free up the funds and flexibility needed for potential travel to the 2026 tournament, which is being co-hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Beyond the money, supporters are rearranging jobs, family commitments, and long-term plans to keep their calendars clear.
