Scotland parties after ending 28-year-old World Cup wait

Bleary-eyed Scotland fans woke up yesterday pinching themselves after their World Cup dream finally came true on a night of intense drama in Glasgow following decades of pain.

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The Scots have not played at the finals since 1998 — missing six straight tournaments — but they will be packing their bags for North America next year.

Supporters at Hampden Park on Tuesday were taken on an emotional rollercoaster ride in their 4-2 win against Denmark, pegged back twice before sealing victory in the dying minutes.

Midfielder Scott McTominay scored a breathtaking early overhead goal, only for Rasmus Hojlund to level from penalty spot.

Lawrence Shankland then restored the home side’s lead in the 78th minute but the Danes, who only needed a draw to secure automatic qualification for the World Cup, equalised again.

As the clock ticked down it appeared Scotland were heading for the playoffs.