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Haiti prepares to face Brazil in World Cup match on Friday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:41 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Haiti prepares to face Brazil in World Cup match on Friday

Summary

Haiti's football team, led by coach Sébastien Migné, is set to play Brazil on Friday. Migné emphasized the match as an opportunity with 'nothing to lose,' referencing Haiti's long absence from the World Cup. Haiti lost their opening game 1-0 to Scotland, while Brazil drew 1-1 against Morocco in their first match. Migné hopes to inspire his players to embrace the challenge against one of the best teams in football.

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Key Details

•Haiti lost 1-0 to Scotland in their opening match.
•Brazil and Morocco ended their match in a 1-1 draw.
•Sébastien Migné calls the match an 'unbelievable' opportunity.
•This is Haiti's first World Cup in 52 years.
•Migné aims to ensure his team is committed to their goals.

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5:41 AMYahoo Sports — Haiti coach: Nothing to lose but everything to gain against Brazil

What they're saying

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Haiti coach Sébastien Migné is looking forward to the match against five-time world champions Brazil on Friday. "Run, run, run" is his message to the players, the Frenchman said in a news conference on Thursday.
— Yahoo Sports

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