Scotland 1-0 Haiti: McGinn Strike Secures Crucial Win
John McGinn's 28th-minute goal gave Scotland a 1-0 victory over Haiti in their opening Group C match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In a crucial Group C encounter at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Scotland secured a 1-0 victory over Haiti thanks to a first-half goal from John McGinn. The match was played at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, with a lively crowd in attendance.
The deadlock was broken in the 28th minute when John McGinn calmly slotted home after a build-up play, beating the Haitian goalkeeper. It proved to be the only goal of the game.
Haiti tried to respond before halftime but found the Scottish defense well-organized and resilient. The score remained 1-0 at the break.
In the second half, Haiti pushed forward in search of an equalizer, creating several chances, but the Scottish goalkeeper stood firm. Scotland also had opportunities on the counter but failed to add a second.
The 1-0 scoreline held until the final whistle, giving Scotland a vital three points in their opening match. The result puts Scotland in a strong position in Group C, while Haiti will need to regroup for their next fixtures.
Scotland's next match is against another group opponent, while Haiti will continue their campaign. For more details, visit our matches page and team page.