Hollywood star Matt Damon has lauded Scottish football fans, describing their presence in Boston during the 2026 FIFA World Cup as "epic." The 55-year-old Oscar-winner expressed delight, calling it "so awesome" to hear tales of the Tartan Army as they descended upon the Massachusetts city for Scotland’s match against Morocco.

Scottish supporters traveled to the US, Canada, and Mexico—the tournament’s host nations—last month, marking the country’s first World Cup qualification in 28 years. However, their journey ended prematurely after Croatia defeated Ghana 2-1 in the group stage, leading to Scotland’s early elimination.

Appearing on Late Night With Seth Myers, Damon spoke warmly of the Scottish fans, who garnered significant attention for their spirited takeover of Boston, earning praise for their exemplary behaviour, generosity, and distinctive "patter." He recounted:

The Scottish fans in Boston. That was one of my favourite storylines in this World Cup. It was so awesome. I heard a story that there was a bunch of Scots outside a liquor store, and a woman walked in and bought a bottle of water and they booed her. It was epic.

Damon, who grew up in Massachusetts, noted the immediate connection felt by locals:

I heard that we instantly declared ourselves a sister city with one of the cities in Scotland. We just knew – 'oh yeah, you guys are just like us.'

The actor also celebrated Argentina’s victory over England in a thrilling semi-final clash, admitting, "We scared the shit out of our dogs." He humorously remarked about his British co-star Tom Holland and director Sir Christopher Nolan being upset by England’s defeat.

Damon praised Harry Kane’s squad, noting their impressive runs to the semi-finals, before attending the nail-biting World Cup final where Spain clinched a 1-0 victory over Argentina in extra time. Known for his role in Good Will Hunting, Damon’s extensive filmography includes blockbusters like The Martian, The Departed, and the Jason Bourne franchise.