Scotland's 1986 World Cup: Dalglish, Souness and Rod Stewart's unforgettable journey

The 1986 World Cup in Mexico marked Scotland's fourth consecutive appearance on football's biggest stage, a remarkable feat for a nation with a population of just over five million. Managed by Alex Ferguson, the squad boasted Liverpool legends Kenny Dalglish and Graeme Souness, who brought their Anfield class to the international arena. Adding to the folklore was the presence of rock superstar Rod Stewart, a lifelong Scotland fan who followed the team throughout the tournament, becoming an unoff...