The parents whose boys play in two World Cup teams

The parents whose boys play in two World Cup teams 2 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLaura GoodwinandCraig Williams,BBC ScotlandSouttar familyJack and Heather Souttar are heading to the US to see their boys playFor most Scots following the World Cup, who they're supporting isn't even a question. And football-mad Jack and Heather of Luthermuir in Aberdeenshire have more reason than most fans to be heading to the USA this week.Their son John is making his World Cup debut in the blue jersey of Scotland. But that's where things get complicated. Because their younger son, Harry, is turning out in bright yellow for Australia. They're proud of both boys and looking forward to watching them play. But their sons' success means Jack and Heather need to get to two first-round games which are 3000 miles and six days apart.And they're keeping their fingers crossed and options open should both teams progress.As Jack says: "It's a big thing, I suppose. We want to support both kids and both countries. Then the ball's in the air for the rest of it."What's the score with watching Scotland in the World Cup? From France to Naples: Scotland's last World Cup changed my lifeBoth defenders, John now plays at Rangers after stints with Dundee United and Hearts, while Harry - who also started at Tannadice - had a spell at Stoke before joining Leicester City.John first played for Scotland in 2018 and Harry has been a feature of the Australian national squad since 2019, thanks to mum Heather being born there.According to their parents, having two sons playing at the highest level means they can enjoy both their successes, and the boys enjoy a friendly and supportive rivalry.Jack says: "They're fairly close brothers, though there was a bit of scrapping when they were younger. They're always talking to each other about games. They're always looking out for each other, that's for certain."The beau...