# World Cup Boosts Some Pubs Amid Cost Crisis | Edinburgh News

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Podcast: [Edinburgh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edinburgh-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612011)
Published: 2026-07-09T20:20:35+00:00
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Scotland’s World Cup qualification has sparked a mini-boom in pubs, especially near universities, as fans flock to watch the national team — a rare bright spot after pandemic recovery struggles. But with pint prices soaring past £5, late kick-offs, and the tournament’s sprawling format, not all venues are winning. Some pubs even lost customers when Scotland’s big match clashed with Father’s Day. Still, the tournament’s energy is helping pubs stay afloat amid rising costs and a squeezed economy — proving that even in tough times, football can bring people together — and revenue. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9c902ad1fa730661

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