The dog who became an unlikely star during Scotland's clash with North Macedonia could now find a new home in Scotland after the Tartan Army launched an appeal to find her a loving family.

She may have only spent a few minutes on the pitch, but Gaya has already made quite the impression on Scotland supporters.

The two-year-old stray became an unlikely star during Scotland's 2-0 victory over North Macedonia on Saturday after wandering onto the pitch and temporarily bringing the match to a halt.

Now, the Tartan Army are hoping her next journey could take her all the way to Scotland.

The supporters' group has shared an appeal after learning more about Gaya, who has since been taken into care at a shelter in Skopje.

And fans are already showing an interest in giving Gaya a permanent home.

Who Is Gaya, the Dog Who Won Over Scotland Fans?

Gaya or Gaja is approximately two years old and was being cared for by the owner of the Nano Bar, where many Scotland supporters spent time during their trip.

While she wears a collar, the Tartan Army Group explained that it is there to show she is under the care of the local bar rather than indicating that she has a permanent owner.

She also has a tag on her ear confirming that she has received her vaccinations.

That has left supporters hoping they can help turn her from a local stray into a member of a Scottish family.

The Tartan Army Group posted on X: "We've found out a wee bit more about this dog. She's called Gaya or Gaja. She's approximately two years old."

The group added that the bar owner is a huge animal lover and had approached them to see if they could help find Gaya a loving home in Scotland.

How Gaya Interrupted Scotland’s Win Over North Macedonia

Gaya first caught the attention of Scotland supporters when she boldly wandered onto the pitch during the Nations League clash.

Scotland had raced into a 1-0 lead after just seven minutes through Kieron Bowie before the unexpected pitch invasion brought the game to a temporary stop.

Players attempted to coax Gaya away from the action, but the determined pup proved difficult to catch.

Eventually, she made her own way back towards the stands.

The unusual interruption quickly became one of the most memorable moments of the night, with supporters joking online about whether the pitch invader had finally been "retrieved".

Fortunately, Scotland's momentum was not affected.

John McGinn later converted from the penalty spot to secure a 2-0 victory.

But while Scotland left with three points, Gaya left with something potentially even more valuable: a growing following among Scotland supporters.

Why the Tartan Army Wants to Find Gaya a Home in Scotland

The appeal is now about turning that moment of football chaos into something much more meaningful.

The Tartan Army Group believes supporters from Scotland and North Macedonia could work together to raise the money needed to help Gaya make the journey.

"We think this is something that between Macedonia and Scotland fans we could fundraise for," the group said.

They also asked anyone interested in adopting Gaya to get in touch.

For a dog who unexpectedly found herself in the middle of an international football match, it could be the beginning of a completely different adventure.

How Gaya’s Story Reflects the Tartan Army’s Community Spirit

The story also fits the wider community image surrounding the Tartan Army during Scotland’s 2026 World Cup journey.

When Scotland returned to the World Cup after 28 years away, their supporters became a story in their own right.

From filling the streets and pubs of Boston to creating friendships with locals across America, the Tartan Army's tournament was about far more than what happened on the pitch.

Their reputation has always been built around community, humour and bringing people together.

Now, that same spirit could be helping a stray dog find a home thousands of miles away from where she first became famous.

The Tartan Army may have travelled to North Macedonia to support Scotland.

They could end up leaving with a new four-legged member of the family.

Could Gaya Become a New Tartan Army Mascot?

Some supporters have already gone one step further, suggesting that Gaya could become a mascot for Scotland.

It would certainly make for quite the story.

From wandering onto the pitch during an international match to potentially travelling to Scotland and finding a permanent home, Gaya's journey has already captured the imagination of supporters.

And for a fanbase that has repeatedly shown that football is about more than just 90 minutes, helping her find somewhere safe to call home feels like a very Tartan Army thing to do.

For now, the search continues.

Anyone interested in helping Gaya find a home in Scotland can contact the Tartan Army Group through its appeal on X.