Scottish ‘army’ in Miami, and goalkeeper sets record. See top World Cup moments

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Scottish ‘army’ in Miami, and goalkeeper sets record. See top World Cup moments

The 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered standout moments, including record-setting goalkeeping to historic firsts. And get ready for the Tartan Army invasion in Miami.

Here’s a roundup of the top stories:

Tartan Army descends on South Florida: About 20,000 kilt-clad Scotland supporters are arriving in South Florida for Wednesday’s match against Brazil at Hard Rock Stadium, following a Boston-area stay where they donated nearly $30,000 to local charities. The group has already purchased more than 8,000 tickets for Monday night’s Marlins game, with a parade planned from Ball and Chain to loanDepot Park led by bagpipers.
Cape Verde, Uruguay battle to 2-2 thriller: Cape Verde and Uruguay played to a 2-2 tie before 64,000 fans in Miami on Sunday, with Kevin Pina’s 21st-minute free kick marking the African nation’s first-ever World Cup goal. Coach Bubista said advancing to the knockout stage is a realistic goal after the team also held European champion Spain to a scoreless draw in its opener.
Eloy Room sets World Cup saves record: Miami FC goalkeeper Eloy Room set a World Cup record with 15 saves for Curacao in a 0-0 tie against Ecuador, earning the tiny Caribbean island its first ever point in tournament history. The mark fell one short of Tim Howard’s all-time tournament record of 16 saves set in 2014.
Haiti falls 3-0 to Brazil in historic match: Haiti lost 3-0 to five-time world champion Brazil at Philadelphia Stadium on Friday, becoming the first team eliminated from the 48-country tournament after also losing to Scotland. Fans called the game historic regardless of the result, marking Haiti’s return to the World Cup after 52 years.

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