Haiti and Scotland open FIFA World Cup play against each other in Group C on Saturday night at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The match marks the first 2026 World Cup game at the venue and ends two of the tournament's longest national team droughts.
Haiti is making its first World Cup appearance since 1974. Scotland is back for the first time since 1998. Haiti has never earned a World Cup point. Scotland has not picked up a point since drawing with Norway in 1998.
Scotland squad and Steve Clarke
Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay, whose overhead kick in a win over Denmark in November sealed the Tartan Army's World Cup qualification is expected to be available after dealing with an illness.
Following his team's disappointing showings at the 2020 and 2024 European Championships, coach Steve Clarke addressed what this squad wants from the tournament.
This group isn't satisfied with just making it to another major tournament
Match details and broadcast
Scotland vs Haiti kicks off at 9 p.m. The game airs on FOX and Boston 25 News.
Parking at Boston Stadium opens at 5 p.m. Stadium gates open at 6 p.m.
Fan arrival and venue conditions
The Tartan Army is en route to Foxborough ahead of kickoff.
Former Melrose soccer player Frantzdy Pierrot is gearing up to take the pitch for Haiti. He also played one season at Northeastern University.
Massive lines are forming at Boston's South Station, as thousands of fans prepare to board special event trains to Foxboro Station. The MBTA has been selling World Cup train tickets for $80.
A boat full of Scotland fans was spotted in Boston Harbor, hours ahead of kickoff in Foxborough.
Boston 25 News Chief Meteorologist Shiri Spear delivered good news for fans: hot but comfortable weather is on tap leading up to kickoff.
The pitch at Gillette Stadium, known as Boston Stadium for the World Cup is looking pristine.
Foxboro Station is ready to be swarmed with World Cup crowds following a $35 million upgrade.
