Haiti marked its return to World Cup qualifying after a 50-year absence with a loss against Scotland. Despite a late push, Haiti was unable to secure a positive result in the match. The game represented Haiti’s first appearance in a World Cup qualifier in half a century, generating significant national interest. While the team showed resilience towards the end of the contest, they ultimately fell short of leveling the score. The defeat doesn’t eliminate Haiti from contention, but presents a challenge in their qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup. Fans reacted to the final result, acknowledging the effort but expressing hope for improvement in future matches.