Remember When… We Went to France ‘98

In June 1998, Scotland kicked off the World Cup in Paris against the defending champions, Brazil. For the fans that were there, it was a day that they would never forget - and one that’s become Scottish football folklore after years of heartbreak. Rick Edwards is joined by Gordon, Paul and Iain to hear about that halcyon summer following their team across France and what marked the end of an era.

02:18 - Remembering the Scotland squad that qualified for the 1998 World Cup
05:10 - Being in the Tartan Army throughout the 70s, 80s & 90s
10:00 - Tartan Armies in other countries
13:37 - Scotland face Brazil in the opening game
17:30 - Iain “borrowing” the flag at Bannockburn
20:00 - Kick-off in the Stade de France
22:20 - That Tom Boyd own goal
25:08 - Taking on Norway in Bordeaux
27:45 - Disaster in the final game against Morocco
30:05 - The end of an era for Scotland
34:03 - Fond memories of France in 1998
37:04 - Looking ahead to World Cup 2026 for Scotland