Haiti reaches World Cup for first time since 1974

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Haiti reaches World Cup for first time since 1974

Summary

Haiti's national soccer team has qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1974. The current squad is described as 'hungry' for success, representing a mix of players from various backgrounds. Their journey has been marked by historical challenges, including political unrest affecting their local football scene. The team's qualification highlights the resilience of Haitian football amid these adversities.

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Key Details

•Haiti qualifies for the World Cup for the first time since 1974.
•The team is made up of players from diverse backgrounds.
•Family legacies have played a crucial role in Haitian football.
•The squad is eager to showcase their talent on a global stage.

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What they're saying

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Haiti are on football’s grandest stage for first time since 1974 and squad drawn from far and wide are ‘hungry’ for success Tamy Michel grew up watching her father run a football club through prison, political upheaval and the endless uncertainties of life in Haiti. Solange Michel spent 18 years leading Baltimore SC, one of the country’s most storied clubs. In the 1990s, he was jailed amid the turmoil that engulfed Haitian politics but the club survived. Later, Tamy Michel’s aunt, Simone Devuleux, took over. The family have been stewards of Haitian football since 1974. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Bryan Armen Graham

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