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12 June 2026
2 min read

Scotland face Haiti in their World Cup opener, but can they overcome their opponents and get their campaign off to a winning start?
The World Cup is finally underway, and what a start it's been - three red cards in the opening match between Mexico and South Africa has set the tone for a potentially fiery tournament. But amidst all the drama, Scotland has a job to do, and that's getting their campaign off to a winning start against Haiti.
And it won't be easy, with McTominay travelling separately as a precaution - you can't help but wonder if this will disrupt their midfield plans. But Scotland will be looking to their key players to step up and fill the void, and with the likes of McTominay (if he's fit) and other experienced heads, they should be able to get the job done.
Haiti, on the other hand, will be looking to cause an upset - and with the AI odds currently at 33% for a home win, it's clear they're not being written off just yet. But can they really take down a Scotland side that's been quietly building momentum in recent weeks?
One thing's for sure - this match has all the ingredients of a classic World Cup encounter. The stakes are high, the tension is palpable, and the football is sure to be intense. So, will Scotland come out on top, or will Haiti pull off the shock of the tournament so far? We can't wait to find out.
And let's not forget the other big matches coming up - South Korea vs Czech Republic and Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina are both looking like they could be real humdingers. But for now, all eyes are on Scotland and Haiti - and we're expecting a real battle.
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