Scotland supporters delivered some amusing and unexpected responses when asked to name their favorite English people while celebrating in Stuttgart ahead of their team’s crucial Euro 2024 match against Hungary.
A win for Steve Clarke’s team against Hungary would likely secure their place in the last 16 as one of the four best third-placed teams. This comes after a 5-1 defeat to Germany and a 1-1 draw with Switzerland in Group A.
The vocal “Tartan Army” was in high spirits, with thousands of fans nursing beers and chanting loudly several hours before kick-off at the Stuttgart Arena. Some even took a break from the festivities to speak to Mail Sport, and their responses to the question of naming their favorite English person were varied and entertaining.
Steve Clarke’s side is aiming to secure a spot in the last 16 at Euro 2024 by defeating Hungary.
Scotland supporters revealed their favorite English people in conversations with Mail Sport.
Some struggled to come up with an answer, with one person simply saying “Nobody” and another, donning an orange wig, hesitating before walking away. One fan referenced the beloved BBC comedy “Fawlty Towers” by naming Basil Fawlty as their favorite English person.
Another mentioned TV host and reporter Gabby Logan, citing her beauty and marriage to former rugby player Kenny Logan. A supporter with divided loyalties chose Jordan Pickford, explaining, “I’m an Everton fan, but he’s got T-Rex arms.”
Paul Gascoigne and Steven Gerrard also received mentions, with one fan declaring, “Scouse, not English!” in reference to Gerrard and the perspective of some Liverpool supporters.
Several Scots struggled to answer the question, offering humorous responses.
John McGinn, a Scotland midfielder, emphasized the country’s united front ahead of the crucial match.
Musician Rod Stewart was also mentioned in the lighthearted conversations with Mail Sport. One supporter cheekily named Diego Maradona, perhaps alluding to the Hand of God incident.
John McGinn, a Scotland midfielder, emphasized the country’s united front ahead of the crucial match, saying, “We’ve had a lot of injuries, but Scots are best at enduring adversity. We want to prove people wrong and be the team that changes Scottish football.”