World Cup 2026: Scotland edge past Haiti with McGinn's opener
Key takeaways
- Scotland secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Haiti in their Group C opener at Boston's stadium.
- Issued on: 14/06/2026 - 05:02Modified: 14/06/2026 - 05:07
- After Che Adams won possession, McGinn collected the ball at the edge of the box and fired a shot that took a deflection past goalkeeper Johny Placide.
Why this matters: an international story with cross-border implications worth tracking.
Scotland secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Haiti in their Group C opener at Boston's stadium. John Mc Ginn struck early in the 28th minute after a chaotic scramble in the box, before Haiti mounted sustained pressure but lacked the clinical finishing to break down Scotland's resolute defence.
Issued on: 14/06/2026 - 05:02Modified: 14/06/2026 - 05:07
By: FRANCE 24 Scotland's John Mc Ginn shoots at goal on July 13, 2026. © Winslow Townson, Reuters Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 in their World Cup 2026 Group C opener on Saturday, with John McGinn opening the scoring in the 28th minute. After Che Adams won possession, McGinn collected the ball at the edge of the box and fired a shot that took a deflection past goalkeeper Johny Placide.