Haiti

Haiti enters World Cup 2026 as Group C’s longest shot, arriving in the tournament without a competitive match record to evaluate as of May 10. The Concacaf qualifier’s path to Qatar was improbable, and their assignment alongside established European and South American sides presents a steep climb. Their opening fixture against Scotland on June 14 at Gillette Stadium offers a critical early statement: while playing at a neutral US venue, Haiti will face a team with significant pedigree and tournament experience. Bettors should recognize Haiti as a heavy underdog in this matchup, with odds reflecting their relative inexperience at this level. The Group C landscape is unforgiving, and Haiti’s survival odds hinge on competitive performances in their opening matches rather than any expectation of advancement. For those seeking value, the narrative centers on whether Haiti can steal a result from a beatable opponent or whether their tournament becomes a defensive exercise from the outset.