World Cup, Johny Placide and Haiti
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The Haitian national team announced its first-ever squad for the tournament, with Scotland, Morocco and Brazil ahead.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11 and runs through July 19, with matches taking places across 16 North American host cities.
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Haiti is making its second appearance ever at the World Cup, and the team's first since 1974. The squad is built around players competing across France, the United States and various Caribbean leagues,
Haiti will face New Zealand at the Chase Stadium in a 2026 international friendly. New Zealand is looking to prepare in the best way for the World Cup against Haiti, who are returning to this tournament after several years and want to do so in great form.
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