Scotland’s dramatic 4-2 win over Denmark has seen them qualify for the World Cup for the first time in nearly 30 years - with fans now looking forward to being part of the ultimate festival of football next year.
The last time Scotland mixed it with the global elite was in France 1998 when they memorably played Brazil in the opening game.
Read more: 32 incredible photos of Scotland fans and the Tartan Army during historic 4-2 win over Denmark
A John Collins penalty meant that Scotland were tying the defending champions with just 16 minutes to go, before the hopes of a nation were scotched by a Tom Boyd own goal.
A 1-1 draw against Norway kept Scottish hopes of advancing to the knock-out stage alive, but the team were sent home when they were soundly beated 3-0 by Morocco in their final group game.
We’re taking a look back at what the world looked like back then - from politics to chart-topping hits.
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5. Top of the pops
Britpop may have been hitting the headlines in 1998, but the top selling single in the UK was 'Believe' by Cher which sold over 1.5 million copies. Meanwhile, Irish group The Corrs had the biggest album, with 'Talk on Corners' spending 10 weeks atop the album charts. | Getty Images
6. Quizzy rascal
'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire' was one of the most talked about shows of the year - with Chris Tarrant fronting the first episode of the long-running quiz show in September. It took until November 2000 for the jackpot to be won for the first time - by Judith Keppel. | ITV
7. Peace process
The Good Friday Agreement was signed on 10 April, 1998, bringing an end to most of the violence of the Troubles in Northern Ireland. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Europop
Following a rare British win the year before for Katrina and the Waves with 'Love Shine A Light', Birmingham hosted the Eurovision Song Contest. It was won by Israel courtesy of Dana International's song 'Diva'. | Getty Images