Scotland defeats Haiti with McGinn's goal in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 4:45 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Scotland achieved a vital win over Haiti in a World Cup qualifying match at Gillette Stadium in Boston. John McGinn scored the only goal of the match after a rebound from a Che Adams effort. Young winger Ben Gannon-Doak had a standout performance, contributing to the setup of the goal and creating various attacking opportunities. Scotland's victory positions them at the top of Group C, improving their chances of advancing in the tournament. They next face Morocco at the same venue on June 16.
- •John McGinn scored the only goal in the 1-0 victory.
- •Ben Gannon-Doak had a man-of-the-match performance.
- •Scotland tops Group C after the win.
- •Next match against Morocco scheduled for June 16.
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"John McGinn won the man of the match award as his goal sealed a vital win for Scotland, but young winger Ben Gannon-Doak made the greatest impression in Boston
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