Haiti
Scotland
Team Overview
In their latest friendly, Haiti faced Peru but fell short with a 1-2 defeat. The match showcased Haiti's struggle to maintain possession, as they only managed 42% of the ball.
Match statistics (Haiti vs Peru):
Team Overview
Scotland enjoyed a convincing 4-0 victory over Bolivia in their most recent friendly. This strong performance highlighted their attacking prowess, with the team showing a solid offensive display.
Match statistics (Bolivia vs Scotland):
In a tightly contested match, Scotland secured a 1-0 victory over Haiti in their World Cup group stage opener, thanks to a first-half goal from John McGinn.
The match saw Scotland take the lead in the 28th minute, with McGinn finding the net after a well-placed attack. Despite Haiti's efforts to respond, they struggled to convert their possession into clear scoring opportunities, finishing the match with 15 total shots but only two on target.
Scotland, while out-possessed at 46%, managed to maintain their defensive shape, allowing just two shots on goal from Haiti. The Scots also displayed resilience, committing 21 fouls compared to Haiti's 23, and receiving three yellow cards throughout the match.
Haiti's inability to capitalize on their chances was evident, as they earned four corners but failed to break through Scotland's defense. The match's physicality was highlighted by the number of fouls and cards, indicating a fierce battle in the midfield.
Ultimately, Scotland's tactical discipline and McGinn's decisive goal were enough to secure all three points, setting a positive tone for their World Cup campaign.
Haiti has shown mixed results in their last ten matches, securing 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses. Their most recent match ended in a defeat against Peru, where they lost 1-2, despite leading at halftime. However, they did achieve a notable victory against New Zealand with a score of 4-0, indicating their potential to score when in form.
Scotland, on the other hand, has been in strong form, winning 6 of their last 10 matches, including a convincing 4-0 victory over Bolivia. Their only recent setback was a narrow loss to Ivory Coast. This suggests that Scotland is currently more consistent and capable of finding the back of the net frequently.
In terms of goals, Haiti has averaged 1.6 goals per game in their last five matches, while conceding an average of 0.8 goals. Scotland has been more prolific, averaging 2.4 goals per game with a defensive record of 1.0 goals conceded per game. This indicates that Scotland not only scores more but also has a solid defense compared to Haiti.
Both teams have played friendlies recently, but Scotland's performance in competitive matches, particularly in World Cup qualifiers, gives them an edge. The lack of head-to-head matches between these two teams adds an element of unpredictability, but based on current form and statistics, Scotland appears to be the stronger side.
Tactically, Scotland is expected to dominate possession and create more scoring opportunities, utilizing their pace on the wings and strong midfield presence. Haiti will likely adopt a counter-attacking strategy, looking to exploit any defensive lapses from Scotland.
Haiti
1
0
1
Scotland
2
1
1
J. Placide
G
C. Arcus
D
R. Ade
D
H. Delcroix
D
M. Experience
D
L. Deedson
M
J. Bellegarde
M
D. Jean Jacques
M
R. Providence
M
F. Pierrot
F
W. Isidor
F
A. Gunn
G
A. Hickey
D
G. Hanley
D
J. Hendry
D
A. Robertson
D
B. Gannon-Doak
M
S. McTominay
M
L. Ferguson
M
R. Christie
M
L. Shankland
F
C. Adams
F
