As England approaches a World Cup semi-final against Argentina, a debate simmers in Scotland: should they support their "big brother" or embrace the "anyone but England" sentiment? Scotland and England share the oldest international football rivalry, dating back to 1872, with Scotland historically dominating early on. However, England achieved World Cup glory in 1966, a feat Scotland has never matched, failing to advance past the first round in any tournament.

Despite geographical proximity and shared history, many Scottish fans find it difficult to support England. Tartan Army organiser Hamish Husband admits feeling "guilty" wanting England to lose and questions "how could we live with an England win?" He highlights the media's nationalistic commentary during English victories as a point of contention. A YouGov poll revealed that nearly a third of Scots hoped England would perform poorly.

Conversely, some Scots, like Robbie Mc Skimming, support England due to cross-border family ties and the allure of watching top players. He views the "anyone but England" mentality as "a bit of fun." The rivalry extends to merchandise, with Argentina shirts reportedly outselling England's in Scottish shops. This complex relationship echoes dynamics seen in other sibling-like rivalries, such as between New Zealand and Australia.