SCOTLAND are back at the World Cup after a 28-year absence, and face Haiti in their opening game of the blockbuster tournament.
1998 was the last time the Scots were on ‘s biggest stage, leaving France in the group stage – they are yet to make it to the knockout stages.
Scott McTominay has led Scotland to their first World Cup in 28 years Credit: Willie Vass
Haiti have qualified for the second World Cup in their history Credit: Getty
This time around, the Tartan Army have been grouped alongside , Haiti and in Group C as they look to make history in the new look 48-team competition.
Their opening game is against a Haiti side who have reached the second in their history, 52 years on from their first in 1974 – they lost all three group games and conceded 14 goals in West Germany.
This time around, topped their final round group over Honduras, Costa Rica and Nicaragua to qualify for the tournament.
With tough games coming up against the five-time champions and the 2022 semi-finalists, the first match is a must-win for ‘s side if they want to progress into the latter stages of World Cup 2026.
When is Haiti vs Scotland?
- Haiti vs Scotland takes place in the early hours of Sunday, June 14.
- Kick-off is scheduled for 2am BST.
- For American fans, the match is on Saturday, June 13 and will kick-off at 9pm ET.
- The game will be hosted at the Boston Stadium, home of the ‘s New England Patriots.
What TV channel is Haiti vs Scotland on and can it be live streamed FREE?
- Haiti vs Scotland will be broadcast live on BBC One in the UK.
- BBC iPlayer will also stream the action for FREE.
- In America, FOX hold the exclusive rights to all 104 World Cup matches and will broadcast the Group C clash.
- You can watch the action for FREE with a three-day free trial on FOX One.
- Alternatively, SunSport’s live blog will provide you with minute-by-minute coverage of the game.
Squads
Haiti
Goalkeepers: Johnny Placide (Bastia), Alexandre Pierre (Sochaux), Josue Duverger (FC Cosmos Koblenz).
Defenders: Carlens Arcus (Angers), Wilguens Pauguain (Zulte Waregem), Duke Lacroix (Colorado Springs), Martin Expérience (Nancy), Jean-Kevin Duverne (KAA Gent), Ricardo Ade (LDU Quito), Hannes Delcroix (Lugano), Keeto Thermoncy (Young Boys Berne).
Midfielders: Leverton Pierre (Vizela), Carl-Fred Sainthe (El Paso Locomotive), Jean-Jacques Danley (Philadelphia Union), Jean-Ricner Bellegarde (), Pierre Woodenski (Violette), Dominique Simon (Tatran Presov).
Forwards: Louicius Deedson (Dallas), Ruben Providence (Almere City), Josue Casimir (Auxerre), Derrick Etienne (Toronto), Wilson Isidor (Sunderland), Duckens Nazon (Esteghlal), Frantzdy Pierrot (Caykur Rizespor), Yassin Fortune (Vizela), Lenny Joseph (Ferencvaros).
Manager: Sebastien Migne
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Scotland
Goalkeepers: Craig Gordon (), Angus Gunn (Nottingham Forest), Liam Kelly (Rangers)
Defenders: Grant Hanley (Hibernian), Jack Hendry (Al Etiffaq), Aaron Hickey (Brentford), Dom Hyam (Wrexham), Scott McKenna (Dinamo Zagreb), Nathan Patterson (), Anthony Ralston (Celtic), Andy Robertson (Liverpool), John Souttar (Rangers), Kieran Tierney (Celtic)
Midfielders: Ryan Christie (Bournemouth), Finlay Curtis (Kilmarnock), Lewis Ferguson (Bologna), Ben Gannon-Doak (Bournemouth), Billy Gilmour (Napoli), John McGinn (Aston Villa), Kenny McLean (Norwich), Scott McTominay (Napoli), (Manchester United).
Forwards: Che Adams (Torino), Lyndon Dykes (Charlton Athletic), George Hirst (Ipswich), Lawrence Shankland (Hearts), Ross Stewart ()
Manager: Steve Clarke
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Key players
Haiti – Wilson Isidor
The striker was born in France, but switched allegiances to Haiti in March – he qualifies to represent the Caribbean nation through his grandfather.
He moved to the Black Cats in 2024, helping them achieve promotion to the and then qualify for Europa League this season.
After playing at the top level of English football, he provides experience and leadership as well as being a threat in front of goal.
If Haiti are to upset the apple cart in Group C and progress to the knockout stage, Isidor must have an impact.
Scotland – John McGinn & Scott McTominay
These two seem a little obvious for the Tartan Army, but their importance cannot be understated heading into this tournament.
McGinn has captained Aston Villa to their first European trophy in 44 years this season, over Freiburg.
He has been integral for ‘s side, providing ten goals and seven assists in all competitions.
McTominay has been outstanding at since his move from Manchester United in 2024, winning Serie A’s player of the season in his maiden campaign on route to winning the Scudetto.
He has been involved in 15 goals for Scotland since 2023, six more than anyone else – his overhead kick against Denmark secured World Cup qualification and has been immortalised on a Scottish banknote since.
At both Euro 2020 and 2024, McTominay played every single minute for Scotland, and will most likely do the same again in North America.
Odds
Match result:
- Haiti: 9/2
- Draw: 3/1
- Scotland: 8/15
*Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and are correct at the time of publication.
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