Scotland secures first World Cup win since 1998 against Haiti
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 5:24 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Scotland triumphed over Haiti 1-0 in their first World Cup match since 1998, alleviating pressure as they prepare for upcoming games against Morocco and Brazil. Head coach Steve Clarke expressed delight in his players' resilience and character, noting the victory was crucial after a long winless streak in World Cup play. Scotland currently tops Group C following Brazil's draw with Morocco, but must improve to achieve their goal of reaching the knockout stage. Clarke emphasized that this victory does not equate to relief, as challenges lie ahead against strong opponents.
- •Scotland wins 1-0 against Haiti at the World Cup.
- •Clarke praises team for resilience and character.
- •Scotland tops Group C after Brazil and Morocco draw.
- •Next games against Morocco and Brazil are critical.
- •Scotland seeks first knockout phase appearance in major tournament.
- 6:14 AMESPN Soccer — Scotland ease 'pressure' with 1st WC win since 199...
- 5:22 AMThe Guardian Sport — Steve Clarke says pressure on Scotland has eased after victory in ‘must-win game’
"Head coach ‘absolutely delighted’ with World Cup triumph over Haiti ‘Different approach’ needed in games against Morocco and Brazil Steve Clarke suggested expectation weighed heavily on the shoulders of Scotland’s players after they laboured at times during the 1-0 win over Haiti. The game marked Scotland’s first at a World Cup since 1998 and delivered a first win since eight years earlier. The Scots top Group C after Brazil drew with Morocco. Yet with those teams, both ranked in the top 10 in the world, still to come there is an understanding Scotland will have to improve to realise their ambition of becoming the first team from the nation to reach the knockout phase of a major tournament. “I am absolutely delighted with my players,” said Clarke. “Resilience, character had to be on the pitch tonight. There is no relief. Everyone told us it was a must-win game and we won. When you win a must-win game, you have to be happy with yourselves.” Continue reading...
"Steve Clarke said his Scotland side's long-awaited World Cup win over Haiti means the team have less pressure on them as they prepare to face Morocco.
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External links- ESPN SoccerJun 14, 2026, 6:14 AMScotland ease 'pressure' with 1st WC win since 199...
Steve Clarke said his Scotland side's long-awaited World Cup win over Haiti means the team have less pressure on them as they prepare to face Morocco.
- The Guardian SportJun 14, 2026, 5:22 AMSteve Clarke says pressure on Scotland has eased after victory in ‘must-win game’
Head coach ‘absolutely delighted’ with World Cup triumph over Haiti ‘Different approach’ needed in games against Morocco and Brazil Steve Clarke suggested expectation weighed heavily on the shoulders of Scotland’s players after they laboured at times during the 1-0 win over Haiti. The game marked Scotland’s first at a World Cup since 1998 and delivered a first win since eight years earlier. The Scots top Group C after Brazil drew with Morocco. Yet with those teams, both ranked in the top 10 in the world, still to come there is an understanding Scotland will have to improve to realise their ambition of becoming the first team from the nation to reach the knockout phase of a major tournament. “I am absolutely delighted with my players,” said Clarke. “Resilience, character had to be on the pitch tonight. There is no relief. Everyone told us it was a must-win game and we won. When you win a must-win game, you have to be happy with yourselves.” Continue reading...
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