Haiti vs Scotland
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2026 FIFA World Cup – Group C
Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts
Saturday 13 June 2026 – 2:00 AM BST (Sunday 14 June)
OUR PREDICTION
Haiti 0-1 Scotland
KEY STAT
Haiti and Scotland have never previously met in any official or friendly fixture
TOP TIP
Under 2.5 goals
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Haiti and Scotland meet for the very first time in their histories in the second Group C fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, kicking off at 2:00 AM BST in the early hours of Sunday 14 June.

Both nations return to the World Cup stage after extended absences – Haiti have not featured at a tournament since 1974, a gap of 52 years, while Scotland are back for the first time since France 1998, and have landed in a group containing Brazil and Morocco, the same two nations who ended their campaign that summer.

Haiti vs Scotland preview and form guide

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Haiti, ranked 83rd by FIFA, secured their place at the 48-team tournament through a strong CONCACAF qualifying campaign, winning six and drawing two of their ten matches across two group stages, scoring 20 goals and conceding 13 in the process.

The Grenadiers topped Group C in the third round ahead of Honduras and Costa Rica, clinching qualification with consecutive victories over Costa Rica (1-0) and Nicaragua (2-0) in November 2025.

The achievement carries an extraordinary off-pitch dimension: severe domestic security concerns forced Haiti to play all of their home fixtures in Curacao, approximately 500 miles from their own territory, and head coach Sebastien Migne has not visited the Caribbean island since taking charge 18 months ago.

Duckens Nazon, Haiti's all-time leading scorer with 44 goals in 82 appearances, spearheaded the attack throughout qualifying with six goals, and will lead the line alongside Wilson Isidor, the Sunderland striker who switched international allegiance from France and has scored twice in four appearances for the Grenadiers.

Haiti's last five results show a team capable of imposing performances against lower-ranked opposition – the 4-0 defeat of New Zealand was a statement – but their two pre-tournament defeats against Tunisia (0-1) and Peru (1-2) underline the step up they face on Sunday.

Haiti vs Scotland comparison
Last 5 games
Haiti
Scotland
FIFA Ranking
83
43
Wins
2
3
Draws
1
0
Losses
2
2
Goals Scored
8
12
Goals Conceded
4
5
Clean Sheets
2
1

Scotland, 43rd in the FIFA rankings, come into this tournament on the back of two convincing warm-up wins: a 4-1 defeat of ten-man Curacao at Hampden Park, where Lawrence Shankland scored twice, followed by a 4-0 victory against Bolivia in New Jersey, where Che Adams grabbed two goals and Scott McTominay also found the net.

The qualification campaign itself ended in memorable fashion, with two stoppage-time goals from Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean – the latter scoring from the halfway line – securing a 4-2 comeback victory over Denmark to top the group.

Steve Clarke, who recently signed a four-year contract extension, has been in charge since 2019 and has now led Scotland to three successive major tournaments – Euro 2020, Euro 2024 and this World Cup – the first manager in the country's history to achieve that.

Scott McTominay has been central to Scotland's most productive period in a generation, scoring 15 goals in 70 international appearances from midfield, while John McGinn of Aston Villa adds creativity and experience with 20 goals in 86 caps.

The Tartan Army are desperate to end the most persistent hoodoo in British football: having crashed out at the group stage at every one of their 12 previous major tournaments – eight World Cups and four European Championships – reaching the knockout rounds for the first time would be historic.

Haiti vs Scotland team news

Haiti

Outs and Doubts
No injury or suspension concerns reported

Haiti have a fully fit squad available, with no injuries or disciplinary concerns ahead of the Group C fixture. Leverton Pierre has withdrawn from the squad and was replaced by Garven Metusala, with Danley Jean Jacques now anticipated to start in the central midfield partnership.

Goalkeeper and captain Johny Placide, 38 years old and the most-capped player in the squad with 82 appearances, will lead the side, protected by a back four expected to include Carlens Arcus, Ricardo Ade, Hannes Delcroix and Martin Experience.

Jean-Ricner Bellegarde of Wolverhampton Wanderers is the principal creative force in midfield, having chosen to represent Haiti having previously been involved with French youth sides, while Danley Jean Jacques is anticipated to start in the central midfield partnership.

Migne is expected to deploy the same 4-4-2 used in both warm-up wins over New Zealand and in the defeat to Peru, with Wilson Isidor and Duckens Nazon as the strike partnership supported by Josue Casimir and Ruben Providence on the flanks.

Scotland

Outs and Doubts
Doubt
Scott McTominay
Stomach complaint – absent from training, did not travel with squad to Boston
Doubt
Scott McKenna
Minor knock – missed training session

Billy Gilmour, who won 46 caps for Scotland and was a key organiser in midfield throughout the qualifying campaign, was ruled out of the tournament with a knee injury sustained against Curacao on 30 May and does not feature in the final squad.

Tyler Fletcher, the 19-year-old Manchester United midfielder and son of former Scotland captain Darren Fletcher, was called up as a replacement and is one of several midfield alternatives available to Clarke.

McTominay is the most significant doubt, having missed training at Scotland's base in Charlotte due to a stomach complaint and not travelling on the team bus to their Boston hotel ahead of the fixture; a doctor accompanied him as a precautionary measure as Clarke seeks to prevent the illness spreading through the camp.

Scott McKenna is a minor doubt after also missing a training session, while Che Adams is fully fit and expected to start, bringing his pre-tournament form – two goals against Bolivia – into the opener.

Clarke faces a goalkeeping decision, with Angus Gunn of Nottingham Forest the likely starter ahead of 43-year-old Craig Gordon, who would become the second-oldest outfield player in World Cup history were he to feature, behind only Egypt's Essam El Hadary, who was 45 at the 2018 tournament.

Haiti vs Scotland predicted XIs

Haiti predicted XI (4-4-2): Placide; Arcus, Ade, Delcroix, Experience; Casimir, Bellegarde, D Jean Jacques, Providence; Isidor, Nazon.

PREDICTED XI
Haiti
4-4-2
W Isidor
D Nazon
J Casimir
J Bellegarde
D Jean Jacques
R Providence
C Arcus
R Ade
H Delcroix
M Experience
J Placide

Scotland predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Gunn; Hickey, Souttar, McKenna, Robertson; Ferguson, Christie; Gannon-Doak, McTominay, McGinn; Adams.

PREDICTED XI
Scotland
4-2-3-1
C Adams
J McGinn
S McTominay
B Gannon-Doak
R Christie
L Ferguson
A Hickey
J Souttar
S McKenna
A Robertson
A Gunn

Haiti vs Scotland head-to-head record

Head-to-head record
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Scotland
No previous meetings between these two sides
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Haiti and Scotland have never met in any competitive or friendly fixture, making Saturday night's Group C match the first encounter in the history of both nations.

The absence of any head-to-head record means there is no historical pattern to draw on, and both sides approach this fixture without any prior intelligence on their opponent from direct experience.

What is clear from the broader context is that this represents the best opportunity for either side to take three points: both Brazil and Morocco are expected to be significantly tougher opponents, and a defeat here would leave either team needing results from the following two games to stand any chance of progressing.

The 40-place gap in FIFA rankings – Scotland 43rd, Haiti 83rd – reflects a genuine difference in squad depth and the quality of leagues their players compete in, though it does not account for the unpredictability that often characterises World Cup group stage openers between less-familiar opponents.

Haiti vs Scotland predictions and betting tips

For those looking to back the match across a range of markets, our football betting guide covers the key considerations for World Cup group stage fixtures.

Top Tip
Under 2.5 goals
Odds: 1.85
Haiti have conceded just four goals in their last five matches while prioritising defensive organisation, and Scotland have twice been held to 0-1 losses in recent friendlies against Japan and Ivory Coast – both games that finished inside 2.5 goals. A tactical, low-scoring game is the most likely profile for a match where both sides prioritise not losing over seeking an emphatic win.
Value Bet
Both teams not to score (No)
Odds: 1.76
Haiti have scored only two goals across their three pre-tournament friendlies against sides ranked outside the CONCACAF region – Tunisia, Iceland and Peru – an average of 0.67 per game. Scotland's defensive record, meanwhile, includes two clean sheets in their last five matches.
Longshot
Correct score: Haiti 0-1 Scotland
Odds: 6.33
A narrow Scotland victory is the outcome statistical models rate as the single most probable result, with an estimated probability of 13.5%. Scotland have won two of their last five by exactly one goal, and Haiti are unlikely to find a way through a well-organised back four.
Free Choice
Scotland to win
Odds: 1.52
Scotland have players across Premier League, Serie A and Bundesliga clubs in their starting XI, and the 40-place ranking gap reflects a genuine difference in squad quality. Scotland have won three of their last five fixtures and scored 12 goals in the process – a level of attacking output Haiti's defence has not encountered throughout qualifying.
Score prediction
Haiti 0-1 Scotland
Scotland have the quality to break down a disciplined Haiti side, but are unlikely to need to force the issue against opponents who will prioritise staying compact and organised.
  • The market places a 63% probability on a Scotland victory, against 22% for a draw and 17% for a Haiti win
  • Both teams not to score is estimated at 74% probability – the most widely anticipated scenario in goal markets
  • Under 2.5 goals carries a 53% probability, nudging above the 50% threshold that makes it viable
  • Scotland's last two losses – 0-1 to Japan and 0-1 to Ivory Coast – both ended on a single goal, reinforcing a pattern of tight, low-scoring games
  • Haiti have scored just two goals in three friendlies against non-CONCACAF opposition, averaging 0.67 per match

Haiti vs Scotland FAQs

When and where is Haiti vs Scotland?
Haiti vs Scotland kicks off at 2:00 AM BST in the early hours of Sunday 14 June 2026 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The fixture is the second Group C game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What is the Haiti vs Scotland prediction?
Our prediction for Haiti vs Scotland is a 0-1 Scotland victory. Scotland possess a stronger squad across the board and the tactical profile of the game – with Haiti likely to sit deep – points to a tight, low-scoring contest settled by a single goal.
What is the Haiti vs Scotland top tip?
Our top tip for Haiti vs Scotland is under 2.5 goals. Haiti have scored just two goals in three friendlies against non-CONCACAF opposition, and Scotland's recent results include two games that finished 0-1. A low-scoring, pragmatic game is the most probable outcome.
Have Haiti and Scotland played before?
No, Haiti and Scotland have never met in any competitive or friendly fixture. Saturday's Group C match is the first encounter in the history of both nations.
Who are the key players for Haiti and Scotland?
For Haiti, Duckens Nazon – the country's all-time top scorer with 44 goals in 82 appearances – is the most dangerous attacking outlet, with Wilson Isidor of Sunderland providing an additional Premier League quality threat. For Scotland, Scott McTominay of Napoli is the standout performer with 15 international goals in 70 caps, while John McGinn of Aston Villa brings 20 goals in 86 appearances to the midfield.
What is Scotland's injury news ahead of the match?
Billy Gilmour is not part of Scotland's World Cup squad after sustaining a knee injury in the warm-up match against Curacao on 30 May. Scott McTominay is a significant doubt having missed training and not travelled with the squad to Boston, with a doctor accompanying him as a precaution. Scott McKenna is a minor doubt after missing a training session. Che Adams is fully fit and expected to start.