Sports · 15 June, 2026 · 3 min read
Haiti vs Scotland Opens Group C At Boston Stadium In Foxborough, Massachusetts
Haiti make second World Cup appearance, last in 1974; Scotland return after 28-year absence. Group C includes Brazil, Morocco alongside Haiti and Scotland.
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Haiti meet Scotland in Group C
Haiti and Scotland open Group C at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, with the match scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, and both sides seeking a crucial three points before tougher fixtures against Brazil and Morocco.
“Haiti and Scotland close out the opening slate of Group C matches on Saturday night in Foxborough, Massachusetts”
Scotland return to the World Cup for the first time in 28 years after a 28-year absence, with Steve Clarke’s side led by captain Andy Robertson and midfield stars John McGinn and Scott McTominay.
Haiti arrive for their first World Cup appearance since 1974, with the squad featuring Europe-based players including Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Wilson Isidor, and veteran striker Duckens Nazon.
The match is described as a first-ever senior meeting between Haiti and Scotland, and it is set against a Group C backdrop that includes Brazil and Morocco.
In the UK, BBC One and BBC iPlayer are listed for coverage, while FOX Sports 1 and Fubo are listed for the US live stream.
McTominay illness and camp updates
Scotland’s preparations have been shaped by Scott McTominay’s stomach complaint, with The Independent saying the Napoli midfielder was kept separate from the rest of the squad and accompanied by a doctor as a precaution.
The BBC reported that after McTominay re-emerged at training on Friday, head coach Clarke described him as "perfect" and "ready to go," as Scotland weigh whether to keep their midfield settled for the opener.B
Kenny McLean said, "Hopefully that doesn't spread," and added, "I am sure everybody has fingers crossed that Scott will be fine," as he discussed the impact of the illness on the squad.
The BBC also framed the decision as a potential midfield curveball, noting Clarke’s 4-4-2 approach and the question of whether McTominay would be left out for the biggest game in almost three decades.B
With Scotland set to play their first World Cup match in 28 years, the camp’s focus on McTominay’s availability is positioned as central to how the team handles the pressure of the opener.
Odds, broadcast plans, and stakes
With the World Cup in Massachusetts and the opener at Gillette Stadium renamed Boston Stadium for the tournament, the Providence Journal lists Scotland as -180 on the moneyline and Haiti as +500, with the match priced at +330 to end in a draw.
“Scotland is at -180 on the moneyline for the match in 2026 World Cup odds”
The same article compiles predictions including CBS Sports’ Scotland 2, Haiti 1 and ESPN’s Scotland 2, Haiti 1, alongside a Dimers forecast of Scotland 1, Haiti 0 and a Bill Speros quote that "A nervy, open game decided by the quality gap in midfield" will determine the result.
For viewers, The Sun says Haiti vs Scotland will be broadcast live on BBC One in the UK, with BBC iPlayer streaming the action for free, while FOX holds exclusive rights to all 104 World Cup matches in America.B
The Big Lead also lists the match date and time as Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET, with FOX Sports 1 and a Fubo stream option.
As Group C also includes Brazil and Morocco, the opening match is framed across the previews as a crucial start for qualification hopes, with Scotland’s return after 28 years and Haiti’s first appearance since 1974 both set to define the early standings.