Haitian coach challenges Morocco and Brazil.

French coach Sébastien Mignié confirmed that Haiti's participation in the 2026 World Cup represents an important historical milestone, emphasizing that the ambition is not limited to just a respectable appearance, but goes beyond that to attempt to reach the knockout stage despite the strong competition within the group.

Mignié explained during the press conference dedicated to announcing the Haitian national team's roster that this moment marks the beginning of a new phase for the 26 selected players, stating that the group enters the competition with a different mindset and a desire to write a new chapter in Haitian football history.

The French coach added that the primary goal is to achieve Haiti's first point in World Cup history; however, he considered that insufficient, highlighting that the technical staff has set a larger goal of qualifying for the Round of 32 in the tournament, with a need to focus on playing style rather than just the results.

Mignié pointed out that Haiti will face strong teams such as Morocco, Brazil, and Scotland, considering that these matches will be a real opportunity to showcase the players' abilities and gain experience at the highest level of global football.

The Haitian coach concluded his statements by emphasizing the importance of team spirit and discipline within the group, stressing the need to present a respectable image of Haitian football at this global event, despite the difficulty of the task and the strength of the opponents.

It is worth noting that Morocco will face Haiti in the third round of the group stage of the upcoming World Cup on June 24, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, United States.