Scotland edges Haiti 1-0 in World Cup opener at Gillette Stadium
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 3:51 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Scotland defeated Haiti 1-0 in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup on June 13 at Gillette Stadium. A goal from John McGinn in the 28th minute secured the victory for Scotland, marking their first World Cup match since 1998. Despite strong offensive efforts from Haiti, including 13 shots, they could not find the net. With this win, Scotland currently leads Group C. Haiti is competing in their first World Cup since 1974 but struggled to convert opportunities into goals in their return.
- •Scotland's last World Cup appearance was in 1998.
- •John McGinn scored the only goal of the match.
- •Haiti last played in the World Cup in 1974.
- •Match held at Gillette Stadium, June 13, 2026.
- •Scotland leads Group C after this victory.
- 3:51 AMYahoo Sports — Scotland marks 28-year World Cup absence with 1-0 victory over Haiti at Boston Stadium
- 3:08 AMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup: Scotland holds off Haiti for 1-0 victory in triumphant return to the tournament
"The Scots, making their first appearance in the tournament since 1998, earned their first World Cup victory since 1990.
"Both Scotland and Haiti are back at the World Cup after decades away.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:51 AMScotland marks 28-year World Cup absence with 1-0 victory over Haiti at Boston Stadium
The Scots, making their first appearance in the tournament since 1998, earned their first World Cup victory since 1990.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 3:08 AM2026 World Cup: Scotland holds off Haiti for 1-0 victory in triumphant return to the tournament
Both Scotland and Haiti are back at the World Cup after decades away.
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