The recent World Cup visit by Scotland to Massachusetts has sparked a significant cultural connection, leading to Boston and Glasgow being officially recognized as sister cities. Enthusiastic Scottish fans have celebrated their time in the 617, chanting, "No Scotland, no party," while locals in Boston have embraced the vibrant atmosphere.

In light of this excitement, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has expressed a desire to flip the script and have his team play a regular-season game in Scotland. According to the Boston Globe, Kraft has communicated his interest to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, marking a potential first for the league, as no team has ever played in Scotland.

The NFL is already expanding its international reach, with nine games scheduled outside the United States in 2026, a record for a single season. These games will take place in:

• Australia
• Brazil
• France
• Mexico
• United Kingdom
• Germany
• Spain

In 2027, the number of international games is set to increase to at least 10, with a possibility of 11. While the Collective Bargaining Agreement caps international games at 10, the Jacksonville Jaguars game at Wembley Stadium does not count toward this total, leaving room for expansion.

Goodell has indicated a long-term goal of reaching 16 international games, making the prospect of a game in Scotland increasingly plausible. If the Patriots do play in Scotland, fans from both regions are expected to turn out in droves, creating a thrilling atmosphere.