Hampden’s roar echoed far and wide as Scotland clinched their World Cup place – and Rod Stewart matched the excitement from afar.
Rock legend Rod Stewart was over the moon as he celebrated Scotland’s dramatic World Cup qualification – the first in more than two decades, since 1998.
Hampden Park shook with roaring cheers as Scotland pulled off a memorable 4-2 victory over Denmark. Kieran Tierney sparked the breakthrough, sending Scotland on the path to qualify, while Kenny McLean’s sensational long-range strike from the halfway line topped the thrilling victory.
And while the stadium went wild, Rod was cheering just as loudly at home. He watched the thrilling match with his lifelong pal and Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, and the pairs reaction was nothing short of electric.
Although Rod was born and raised in London, his loyalty to Scotland runs deep thanks to his father, Robert, who was born in Leith, Edinburgh. A connection which has helped shape his lifelong passion for Scottish football.
Sharing the moment with fans online, the singer posted a video on Instagram showing him leaping around the room in pure disbelief and joy, with his hands waving in the air as the final whistle blew at Scotland’s national stadium.
The camera then swings to Ronnie, who hails from London, looking completely stunned before bursting into laughter, high-fiving Rod and wrapping each other in a celebratory hug.
Rod captioned the clip on his Instagram Storie, with: “Celebrating 4-2 [Scotland flag emoji] win, with my old mate Ronnie Wood,” as the video seems to show just how happy he is with the results.
In addition to backing the national team, the 80-year-old is famously known for his love of Celtic FC. He is regularly spotted at Parkhead, celebrating among the fans and he even has a Celtic tattoo on his shoulder to honour his beloved club.
Although Rod was not the only famous face who couldn’t control their excitement over the historic win, as stars such as Martin Compston and James McAvoy were just as thrilled.
X-Men and Spilt actor McAvoy celebrated the win as he took to Instagram sharing a picture of him posing beside the telly as midfielder John McGinn did his post-match interview.
The star wrote on the image: “John McGinn for First Minister,” as Kevin Bridges agreed with that statement, replying “amen”.
Line of Duty actor Martin, who lives in Los Angeles, reposted the image of him kissing his TV while Scotland manager Steve Clarke was on the screen.
With the text: “It’s actually happening 30 odd year we’ve been waiting !!!! World Cup here we come party at mines.
“@Scotlandnationalteam hero to a man Stevie Clarkes Tartan Army!!! #noscotlandnoparty.”
Other Scot celebrities such as Lorraine Kelly, Andy Murray and Jack Lowden took to social media to celebrate the win. And it’s clear the celebrations were shared across Scotland and by Scots everywhere.
