Big Apple has big World Cup fever

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Alright, this is pretty cool.
We arrived in New York on Thursday for Scotland's final pre-tournament friendly against Bolivia on Saturday in New Jersey and it's safe to say the Big Apple has big World Cup fever.
Adverts and promos are cascading down Times Square, while there is official merchandise on every corner.
Media from all corners of the world were trying to get the perfect shot for their pieces to camera, but they were spoiled for choice of a backdrop.
King Kong was kicking about with a big flag that had wee flags of every competing nation on it, while Mario and Luigi were the only Italians in sight.
Coupla Scots sightseeing, but the ones we spoke to weren't out specifically for the football. That lot will be on their way shortly, though...