Scotland fans have taken over the streets of Miami.
The Tartan Army paraded through the city’s Little Havana region on Monday and a similar march was staged on Tuesday in the Miami Beach area.
Throughout the city, traffic cones have been placed on the heads of statues in a nod to Glasgow’s Duke of Wellington statue, which is rarely seen without the signature cone hat.
Thousands of Scots have been seen donning their Scotland jerseys and kilts throughout the city, accompanied by the scent of lager and factor 50 sunscreen in the air.
Rollerblading bagpipers have also been spotted cruising through the vast, white-coloured streets against a backdrop of palm trees, cocktail bars and restaurants.
Scotland’s John McGinn has all but been canonised a saint in the city as Miami locals have heard football chants dedicated to him, echoing through the streets all day since the Tartan Army made the voyage from Massachusetts to Florida.
On Wednesday, Scotland’s national team will face Brazil. According to Google, Scotland has an 11.5% chance of winning, an 18.9% chance of drawing, and a 69.5% chance of losing to the South Americans.
The Tartan Army appeared steadfast in light of the odds, with faith placed firmly in the hands of manager Steve Clarke.
Ayrshire Tartan Army followers Ian Dickson, Ally Rafferty and Michael Donnelly commented on the “great atmosphere”.
Mr Rafferty, 43, of Kilmarnock, said: “We only just landed this morning, we came through from Washington DC last night.
“It’s really cool having everyone congregated in the one area. It Feels mega!
“Other places we’ve been pretty spread out and sparse but it’s pretty heavy here.”
Mr Dickson, 40, of Maybole, said: “It’s a good crowd.”
And Mr Donnelly, 43, of Kilmarnock added: “It’s been a great atmosphere, plenty of booze plenty of sunshine, and it’s very hot as well!”
Billy Neish, 69, of Montrose, arrived in Miami two days ago. He said: “I was at the baseball last night and that was brilliant. Terrific atmosphere, we’ve got a lot to live up to for the next baseball match.”
Asked if he believes the Tartan Army has taken over, he added: “Certainly in Boston, and we’re starting to influence Miami. As I say, I’ve only been here a couple of days, so I’m getting back into it.”