ScotRail is preparing to play its part in what could be a landmark night for Scottish football, as the men’s national team stands just one match away from reaching the World Cup finals for the first time in almost three decades.

Despite a dramatic 3–2 defeat to Greece in Athens on Saturday, the qualification dream remains alive. A victory over Denmark at Hampden Park on Tuesday (18 November), where kick-off is set for 19.45, would secure Scotland a place at the global tournament.

With thousands of supporters expected to travel to the national stadium, ScotRail has announced additional services to Mount Florida, the nearest station to Hampden and just a five-minute walk away. Longer trains will also be in operation before and after the match to provide extra capacity and help fans soak up the pre-match atmosphere.

The rail operator is urging passengers to travel early and allow extra time to enter the stadium. Queuing systems will be in place at Glasgow Central before the game and again at Mount Florida after the final whistle, and supporters are advised to make their way back to the station as soon as the match ends.

Return tickets can be purchased in advance via the ScotRail app, website, station ticket offices or self-service machines to make the journey as smooth as possible.

Phil Campbell, ScotRail Customer Operations Director, said:

“This match could be a moment in history for Scotland’s men’s football team, the first time in almost 30 years that we’ll have been at the greatest sporting show on earth. And to help supporters get to the match smoothly, we’ll be running extra services and adding more seats to trains to and from Mount Florida station - which is just a short walk from the stadium. Travelling with ScotRail is a convenient, reliable, and sustainable way to get to the game, and to ensure an effortless experience, we’re encouraging fans to plan their journey, allow a bit of extra time for travel, and buy return tickets in advance. Come on Scotland!”

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