Morocco defeats Scotland 1-0 as Tartan Army parades in Boston

Morocco defeated Scotland 1-0 on Friday at Gillette Stadium, scoring in the second minute and holding on for the win, according to match reports. The result moved Morocco into first place in Group C and left Scotland second.

Scotland, making its first World Cup appearance in 28 years, opened the tournament with a 1-0 win over Haiti, according to match reports. The Scots pressed late against Morocco and created several chances but were unable to level the score.

Supporters known as the Tartan Army paraded through streets in the Boston area before the match, wearing kilts, playing bagpipes and singing “Flower of Scotland,” local media and social posts reported. Local outlets said the city had embraced visiting Scottish fans ahead of the game.

Morocco, which drew with Brazil in its opening match, now tops Group C. Scotland’s next match is against Brazil in Miami, according to the World Cup schedule.

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