John McGinn scores as Scotland edges Haiti in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 3:55 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
John McGinn scored the sole goal in Scotland's 1-0 victory over Haiti on June 14, marking the team's first win at a major tournament since 1998. McGinn's goal came in the first half, a deflected shot past the Haitian goalkeeper Johny Placide. This match was crucial for Scotland as they compete against top-ranked teams Brazil and Morocco in Group C. Manager Steve Clarke praised the squad's defensive performance, attributing their success to both skill and resilience. Next, Scotland will face Morocco in their second group match.
- •Scotland wins 1-0 against Haiti in World Cup group stage.
- •McGinn scored the match's only goal in the first half.
- •Scotland's first major tournament win since 1998.
- •Steve Clarke commended the team's defensive efforts.
- •Next match is against Morocco.
- 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — John McGinn ecstatic to deliver Scotland’s World Cup win after generation of hurt
"McGinn expressed his delight at seeing so many young Scotland fans proud to rep the shirt before their long-awaited World Cup return
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