An American state capital has moved to set up a World Cup 'Summer of Soccer' fan zone after over 5,000 Scotland fans based themselves in their city.
Scotland supporters will travel in huge numbers to follow Steve Clarke's side at this summer's World Cup - their first appearance in the tournament for 28 years.
With accommodation prices in Boston - venue for Scotland's opening two games against Haiti and Morocco - sky high, thousands of Tartan Army fans have opted to base themselves in the Rhode Island capital of Providence.
And now the New England city has decided to set up a fan zone and introduce new laws for the duration of the World Cup that will allow bars to open until 4am.
A special fan zone will be set aside where Scotland fans and supporters of other nations can meet and enjoy the games.
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Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said: "There’s going to be a jumbotron broadcasting every World Cup game.
"There’ll be bars, food trucks, and then live performances, DJs, and other opportunities for local artists to perform for international visitors.
"The taxpayers of Providence are going to pay for some of the public safety costs, but the businesses in Providence are going to benefit from the economic benefits of having all these visitors."
And Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee added: "We want people to be here in our state.
"Of course, go see the games, but we want them here, having a good time and celebrating our state."
A bill was initially proposed to allow bars in Providence to stay open 24/7, but that has been amended so they can open until 4am during the tournament instead.
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