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A MUST-LISTEN FOR SCOTLAND FOOTBALL FANS AHEAD OF THE WORLD CUP 2026

The Tartan Army. The Hampden Roar. The Auld Enemy. Following Scotland can be a thrilling, heart-breaking, and exhilarating experience.

Scottish legend AllyMcCoist has always been proud of his country's footballing legacy. After all, Scotland has the oldest international team and the oldest sporting trophy. Some even say Scotland is the true home of football...

In Dear Scotland, Ally takes the reader on an unforgettable journey through the Alba. He spends time with the best fans in the world, celebrates legends like Jock Stein and Kenny Dalglish, and relives some of the most iconic moments in Scottish history.

Reflecting on his own call up with the team and scoring that goal against Switzerland, to dressing room antics on tour and travelling with the Tartan Army, Ally recalls the memorable characters, unforgettable moments, and side-splitting stories that have shaped his own experiences.

Dear Scotland is a hilarious and heartfelt love letter and a tribute to being a lifelong, and sometimes long-suffering, footy fan. It reminds us why we love the thrill and madness of following Scotland.

User Reviews

Book 5.0
Narration 5.0
Author Ally McCoist
Narrator Peter Forbes
Duration 6 hours and 30 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9781399739603
Format x-book®
Publisher Hodder & Stoughton
Genre Autobiography: sport, Football variants and related games, Travel writing
Availability AU, GB, IE
Rating
5.0 (1 review)
Narration
5.0 (1 review)

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