Tartan Army heads to Munich
On Sunday at noon, hundreds of Tartan Army supporters will attend the Patriots game in Munich, Germany, boston.com reported.
The National Football League International Series matchup brings the New England Patriots and the Detroit Lions to Allianz Arena. Tartan Army organizers described the trip in a news release, explaining how ties formed with New England organizers during the summer World Cup.
Scotland played two matches at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, which was temporarily renamed Boston Stadium. To manage travel expenses, the fan group rented a fleet of yellow school buses to shuttle supporters between Boston and Providence. That frugal transit method attracted global attention and turned the group into a beloved fixture of the tournament. Their antics around Boston, which included coneing statues and emptying local pubs, deepened their connection to the city.
“It’s a brilliant chance for us to revisit Munich and meet up with our New England friends again,” Mike Teevan told boston.com, referring to the organizer behind the iconic yellow school bus venture.
Boston in Bavaria celebrations
The weekend itinerary includes specific events blending New England traditions with Bavarian culture. On Saturday afternoon, supporters will gather at Augustiner Stammhaus, a Munich beer hall, for a “Boston in Bavaria” event featuring Patriots alumni and special guests, boston.com reported.
Following the game on Sunday, many members of the Tartan Army plan to travel onward to Switzerland. They will arrive in time for Scotland’s UEFA Nations League fixture scheduled for Monday evening.
Tartan Army fans attend NFL game in Munich
Why are Tartan Army fans attending an American football game in Germany?
The fan group formed close ties with Foxborough stadium organizers while attending the World Cup matches in Massachusetts. After the tournament ended, those same organizers invited the Scottish supporters to join them for the NFL International Series game in Munich.
Where is the “Boston in Bavaria” event taking place?
The gathering happens on Saturday afternoon at Augustiner Stammhaus, a beer hall located in Munich, featuring Patriots alumni and special guests.
What are the fans doing after the Munich game concludes?
Following Sunday’s game, many Tartan Army supporters will travel to Switzerland for Scotland’s UEFA Nations League fixture on Monday evening.