Still captivated by Kenny McLean’s remarkable halfway-line goal? You’re not alone.
But have you experienced it with Alasdair Lamont’s radio commentary, set to Celine Dion’s Titanic? It’s highly recommended viewing.
Once the highlight reels have run their course, the tears have dried, and Alexa has recovered from endless renditions of We Have A Dream, it’s time to contemplate what qualification truly signifies.
For younger fans, this is uncharted territory – Scotland’s men at the World Cup for the first time in their lives.
We’re encouraged to relish this moment, and if Tuesday’s celebrations are any indication, that won’t be a problem.
But what, specifically, should we be anticipating?
BBC Sport Scotland explores the key questions as our attention fully shifts to North America.
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This isn’t a brief trip to Germany, a flight of mere hours, or a driveable destination with walkable venues.
This is a significant journey.
Fans aren’t flocking to travel agents as they did two years ago, and for good reason. The group stages span three vast regions – west, central, and east – more details here – across an immense continent.
Los Angeles and Vancouver are over 1,200 miles apart in the west, Kansas City and Mexico City are separated by 1,700 miles in the central region, and Miami and Boston are 1,500 miles apart in the east.
The game locations will be revealed after the draw on 5 December.
One Scottish travel agency is already offering World Cup packages, ranging from three nights in New York for £2,659 per person to 11 nights in California for £3,999.
Flights from Edinburgh to Philadelphia are currently available for just over £700, departing the day before the tournament and returning the day after the group games.
Anyone offering a ride on their motorbike?
Now for the serious considerations.
This journey will be epic, regardless of transport. We need a theme song – one we’ll be tired of before we even leave home.
In 1998, it was Del Amitri’s – ultimately unsuccessful – Don’t Come Home Too Soon.
Releasing the song synonymous with a World Cup squad is akin to performing a James Bond theme – perhaps even greater. Diamonds are… what? Ally’s Tartan Army all the way.
So, who should capture our collective hopes and dreams?
We have ample talent, with many Scottish artists missing out over the years due to repeated near-misses.
Wouldn’t a Paulo Nutini and Lewis Capaldi duet be incredible? Susan Boyle and Sharleen Spiteri are eagerly awaiting the call.
Belle and Sebastian, Biffy Clyro, Mogwai. Calvin Harris on the decks.
It’s a crowded field, with The Proclaimers ensuring everyone meets the criteria.
Moving back to more practical matters, let’s discuss the coveted tickets.
The bad news: prices are steep, and Fifa’s initial ticket draw has already occurred – opening and closing before Steve Clarke’s squad departed for their warm-weather training camp in Turkey, which now feels like ages ago.
More details on Fifa’s official site., external
More tickets will be available after the draw on 5 December, and thousands are allocated to each participating association for Travel Club members, though membership doesn’t guarantee success…
But who cares about tickets? Let’s just get across the Atlantic!
To enter the USA, an electronic system for travel authorization (ESTA) is required. This can be done online,, external and it’s valid for 90 days.
Convenient, for celebrating Andy Robertson lifting the trophy.
If you lack a UK passport, a visa may be necessary, requiring a trip to the US Embassy in London.
Appointments can be arranged online., external Beat the queues…
Mexico has no visa requirements, while an eTA is needed for flights into Canada.
Draw your own conclusions.
The three host nations automatically enter pot one, and while they are the hosts, the other nine are arguably the strongest. We are surely due a favorable draw.
Ideally, Scotland would draw the USA, Canada, or Mexico. Let’s hope it goes better than our last encounter with a host nation at a major tournament… Munich, anyone?
Looking at pot two, there are several formidable teams.
Scotland can only face one other European nation in the groups, meaning Morocco, Colombia, Uruguay, Japan, Senegal, Iran, South Korea, Ecuador, or Australia could be opponents.
Avoiding the European trio of Croatia, Switzerland, and Austria might be wise.
A significant portion of pot four is yet to be determined. Imagine having to go through the play-offs? Not us…
Those play-offs occur in March, which we can now cross off the calendar.
Well, not entirely. Clarke will still gather his squad for friendlies.
Scotland’s opponents are unknown, but the manager and the SFA will likely seek high-caliber competition for a meaningful test. National team availability also factors into these complex decisions.
Rest assured, the Tartan Army will support their heroes before they head to North America.
It’s another chance to showcase the new Scotland strip, widely deemed worthy of a World Cup appearance upon its recent release.
Excitement will peak in March, almost within touching distance.
And just wait for the sticker album unveiling… No one will trade their shiny Scott McTominay, will they?
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