Haiti starting lineup vs Brazil confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026 match
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Les Grenadiers are seeking their first win in the World Cup tonight.
Haiti will face Brazil in a tough FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C clash at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on June 19. After a narrow loss to Scotland in their opener, the Caribbean side are still searching for their first win in the tournament after a 52-year absence from the World Cup.
Making their first World Cup appearance since 1978, Les Grenadiers suffered a 1-0 loss to Scotland. Despite playing well in the match, John McGinn’s first-half goal condemned the minnows to defeat in their first match, jeopardising their qualification hopes.
With a tough clash against Morocco to follow, the Red and Blues know that another defeat will make their path to the Round of 32 even tougher. Despite Brazil’s drab 1-1 draw with Morocco, the Selecao have a brilliant record against tonight’s opponents, winning all three of their last head-to-head meetings. The South American side scored 17 goals in those three matches, conceding just once.
As a result, Les Grenadiers will enter the contest as massive underdogs. However, this World Cup has already seen some shock results, including Cape Verde’s draw against Spain. Sebastien Migne’s side will take inspiration from that performance and hope to replicate it against the five-time champions.
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Let’s look at the Haiti confirmed lineup for the FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Brazil:
Haiti (4-4-2): Johny Placide (C); Carlens Arcus, Ricardo Ade, Hannes Delcroix, Martin Experience; Jean-Kevin Duverne, Danley Jean Jacques, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Ruben Providence; Josue Casimir, Frantzdy Pierrot.
Substitutes: Alexandre Pierre (gk), Jaosue Duverger (gk), Carl Sainte, Duke Lacroix, Garven Metusala, Keeto Thermoncy, Dominique Simon, Don Deedson Louicius, Olivier Pierre, Wilguens Paugain, Derrick Etienne, Duckens Nazon, Lenny Joseph, Wilson Isidor, Yassin Fortune.
Thoughts on the lineup
38-year-old Johny Placide starts between the sticks and will captain the side tonight. Another veteran of the squad, 36-year-old Ricardo Ade, starts at centre-back, joined by Hannes Delcriox. Angers’ Carles Arcus and Nancy’s Martin Experience start as full-backs.
Former France U-21 international Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, who plays for Wolves, is paired with Philadelphia Union player Danley Jean Jacques at central midfield. Jean-Kevin Duverne and Ruben Providence start on either flank.
Sunderland striker Wilson Isidor, who has two goals in five caps, was shockingly dropped to the bench by Migne. Instead, Josue Casimir is paired with Frantzdy Pierrot as part of a two-man attack.
When is Haiti vs Brazil FIFA World Cup 2026 match?
The Group C clash is scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2026, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. In India, the match will kick off at 6:00 AM IST on June 20.
Where to watch Haiti vs Brazil match in India?
Fans in India can watch the game live on Zee5 (premium subscription required) or on Unite8 Sports TV channels.
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Sushruta has spent over two years covering football, with a particular focus on Indian and international competitions. Alongside football, he has reported on a variety of sports, bringing curiosity and perspective to every story. When he’s not following the action, he can usually be found binge-watching movies or getting lost in a good book.