World Cup Group Stage - 1
Haiti 0 - 1 FT Scotland
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
J. McGinn 28'
39' J. Bellegarde
HT
A. Hickey 46'
61' ↓ L. Deedson ↑J. Casimir
↓ B. Gannon-Doak ↑R. Christie 75'
↓ A. Hickey ↑N. Patterson 75'
↓ C. Adams ↑L. Dykes 75'
76' ↓ W. Isidor ↑L. Joseph
↓ J. McGinn ↑F. Curtis 83'
↓ L. Shankland ↑K. McLean 83'
85' ↓ R. Providence ↑Y. Fortune
F. Curtis 90'+1
K. McLean 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Haiti
Goalkeepers
Johny Placide 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Carlens Arcus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ricardo Adé 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Hannes Delcroix
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Martin Expérience
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Louicius Don Deedson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Danley Jean Jacques
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Ricner Bellegarde 
MAGNET
74
Activity
74
Activity
66
Passes
8
Duels
Ruben Providence
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Forwards
Frantzdy Pierrot
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wilson Isidor
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
BENCH
Alexandre Pierre 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Josué Duverger
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Keeto Thermoncy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Duke Lacroix
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Garven-Michee Metusala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Kévin Duverne
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wilguens Paugain
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carl Fred Sainté
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dominique Simon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Woodensky Pierre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josué Casimir
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Derrick Etienne
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Duckens Nazon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lenny Joseph
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yassin Fortune
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Scotland
Goalkeepers
Angus Gunn
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Aaron Hickey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Grant Hanley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jack Hendry
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andy Robertson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Ben Gannon-Doak
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Scott McTominay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lewis Ferguson
PROVOCATEUR
6
Fouls Won
6
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
John McGinn 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Lawrence Shankland
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Che Adams
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
BENCH
Liam Kelly
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Craig Gordon
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kieran Tierney
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
John Souttar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dominic Hyam
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Patterson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tony Ralston
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Scott McKenna
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyler Fletcher
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Christie
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kenny McLean
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Findlay Curtis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lyndon Dykes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ross Stewart
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
George Hirst
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
McGinn's Masterclass Secures Scottish Triumph at Gillette Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 22/100. Our verdict: A pragmatic defensive clinic saw Scotland absorb immense pressure to snatch a critical group-stage victory.
The Setup
High Intensity defined the opening exchanges as Haiti edged possession with 54% and immediately looked to test the opposition. Playing under the lights at Gillette Stadium, the Caribbean side brought tremendous energy, firing a barrage of early attempts that ultimately totaled 15 shots. Despite this territorial push, Scotland remained incredibly disciplined at the back. The Tartan Army's organized defensive shape forced the Haitian attack, led by Frantzdy Pierrot, to settle for low-probability efforts from distance, yielding just two shots on target. It was a physical, grinding battle where every inch of grass was fiercely contested, setting a gritty and uncompromising tone for this World Cup opener.
The Breakthrough
The defining moment arrived in the 28th minute, completely against the run of play. J. McGinn seized a rare opening in the final third, finishing clinically to break the deadlock and silence the crowd. The Balance of the match instantly shifted. Suddenly, Haiti had to chase the game, leaving themselves increasingly vulnerable to counter-attacks. Lewis Ferguson began to dictate the tempo in the midfield, expertly breaking up Haitian advances and launching swift transitions. McGinn's goal served as a classic sucker punch, entirely altering the tactical landscape and forcing the opposition into a desperate, hurried search for an equalizer.
The Aftermath
The final stages were a masterclass in game management. With the Stakes incredibly high in this crucial group clash, Scotland parked the bus with absolute authority. Grant Hanley was a rock at the back, earning player of the match honors for his outstanding performance in clearing countless dangerous crosses. Goalkeeper Angus Gunn stood firm when called upon, making two vital saves to preserve the clean sheet. Haiti continued to push but racked up fouls—23 in total—as frustration mounted. Ultimately, Scotland's ruthless efficiency earned them three vital points, placing them atop the group.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Haiti's season?
A 1-0 defeat leaves Haiti at the bottom of Group 1. They must secure points in their next fixtures to keep their World Cup knockout stage hopes alive.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A World Cup Opener Lacking Star Power
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 26/100. Scotland enters this opening test heavily favored, but a severe lack of attacking flair makes this a fixture for the purists rather than the casual fan.
The Setup
Haiti and Scotland meet at Gillette Stadium on June 14, 2026, to kick off their tournament campaigns. A dismal Form rating for both nations points toward a scrappy, fragmented affair. While the overarching Stakes might register low for neutral viewers, the reality for these squads is pure survival. Winning your opener in the World Cup is a non-negotiable step to advancing. Scotland holds a dominant Balance advantage and is heavily expected to take all three points, yet the Stars metric bottoms out. Fans should not expect to see household names lighting up the team sheets.
Key Battle
With no marquee attackers to lean on, this clash will be decided in the trenches. The Scottish midfield engine room must dictate the tempo against a deep-sitting, physical Haitian back line. Expect a gritty struggle where set pieces and second balls decide the outcome rather than moments of individual brilliance.
Our Prediction
Scotland will dominate possession but struggle to break down a stubborn defensive block. A set-piece header or a scrambled rebound will eventually crack the resistance. We expect a narrow 1-0 Scottish victory in a match defined by tactical discipline.