"FIFA have confirmed that sporrans will be permitted into the stadiums following the standard search and inspection procedures and will continue to work together with the Scottish FA to educate their matchday staff as they prepare to welcome fans to Boston and Miami."
"Tournament rules only permitted certain types of bags into stadiums, and the pouch traditionally worn by Scots at the front of their kilt was deemed too large to meet the strict criteria. As a result, there were concerns that supporters would not be able to wear their sporrans to the matches."
FIFA initially restricted certain bag types at World Cup stadiums, which threatened to prevent Scottish fans from wearing sporrans—traditional pouches worn at the front of kilts. Concerns arose that supporters attending matches against Haiti, Morocco, and Brazil would be unable to wear this cultural garment. Following discussions between FIFA and the Scottish Football Association, negotiations concluded successfully. FIFA confirmed sporrans will be permitted into stadiums after standard search and inspection procedures. The Scottish FA continues coordinating with tournament hosts to ensure fans are welcomed appropriately at venues in Boston and Miami.
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