14.06.2026 06:20
In the first week of Group C of the FIFA 2026 World Cup, Scotland defeated Haiti with a goal from John McGinn, securing their first World Cup victory in 36 years.
In the first match of Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Scotland faced Haiti. Scotland managed to win the match played at the New England Gillette Stadium with a score of 1-0.
THE ONLY GOAL CAME FROM MCGINN
The goal that brought victory to Scotland was scored by John McGinn in the 28th minute. In the remainder of the match, both teams had goal opportunities but could not find the goals they were looking for.
HISTORIC VICTORY AFTER 36 YEARS
With this result, Scotland reached 3 points in the World Cup after exactly 36 years. The Scots' last World Cup victory was against Sweden in 1990. With this result, Scotland rose to 3 points. Haiti, on the other hand, could not get any points in their first match.
NEXT MATCHES
Scotland will face a tough match against Morocco in their next game. Haiti, meanwhile, will face Brazil, one of the group favorites.