Scotland prepares for World Cup debut against Haiti this Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Scotland’s men's national soccer team is set to play against Haiti in their first World Cup match in 28 years early Sunday morning. The excitement is palpable across the country, with fans arranging watch parties and schools creating their own World Cup songs. This return to the tournament has sparked a surge in merchandise sales, with Scotland kits reportedly selling twice as fast as during last year's European Championships. As anticipation builds, the team will face Brazil later this month in their final Group C match.
- •Scotland faces Haiti at 02:00 BST on Sunday, June 15.
- •Fans are actively involved in World Cup preparations and celebrations.
- •Merchandise sales for Scotland kits have doubled since last year.
- •Pupils create songs to support the national team ahead of the games.
- •The team previously qualified for two European Championships since 1998.
- 9:59 PMYahoo Sports — 'It's all they're talking about': Scotland gripped by World Cup fever
"Excitement is building ahead of Scotland's first game in the men's World Cup for 28 years.
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