Haiti
Scotland
Team Overview
In their last match, Haiti faced Peru in a friendly, where they suffered a narrow defeat with a final score of 1-2. Despite a spirited effort, Haiti couldn't secure a win, continuing their search for form.
Match statistics (Haiti vs Peru):
Team Overview
Scotland's most recent outing saw them dominate Bolivia in a friendly, winning 4-0. This impressive performance showcased their attacking prowess and set a positive tone ahead of their upcoming clash.
Match statistics (Bolivia vs Scotland):
In a closely fought encounter, Scotland managed to secure a narrow 1-0 victory over Haiti in their World Cup Group Stage match, thanks to a first-half goal from John McGinn.
The match saw Scotland take the lead in the 28th minute, with McGinn finding the back of the net, a moment that would ultimately define the game. Despite Haiti's efforts to respond, they struggled to convert their possession into clear-cut chances, finishing the match with 54% possession but only two shots on target from a total of 15 attempts.
Scotland, on the other hand, had a more efficient approach, registering two shots on goal from nine attempts. The match was marked by a physical battle, with both teams committing a high number of fouls—Haiti with 23 and Scotland with 21. The referee issued four yellow cards in total, with Haiti receiving one and Scotland three.
As the match progressed, Haiti made several substitutions in an attempt to find an equalizer, but they were unable to break through Scotland's defense. The Scottish side, while not dominant, managed to hold onto their lead and secure a crucial three points in their World Cup campaign.
This victory sets a positive tone for Scotland as they look to build momentum in the tournament, while Haiti will need to regroup and find ways to convert their possession into goals in their upcoming matches.
Haiti has shown mixed form in their last ten matches, with a record of 3 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses. Their most recent match ended in a 1-2 defeat against Peru, but they did secure a convincing 4-0 win against New Zealand prior to that. This indicates a potential inconsistency in their performance.
On the other hand, Scotland has been in strong form, winning 4 out of their last 5 matches, including a dominant 4-0 victory over Bolivia. Their only recent setback was a 0-1 loss to Japan, but overall, they have been scoring consistently, averaging 2.4 goals per game in their last five matches.
In terms of statistics, Haiti has scored a total of 8 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 1.6 goals per game, while conceding 4 goals, which gives them a defensive average of 0.8 goals against per game. Scotland, in contrast, has scored 12 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 2.4 goals per game, and has conceded 5 goals, averaging 1 goal against per game. This suggests that Scotland has a more potent attack and a slightly weaker defense compared to Haiti.
The expected goals (xG) data is not available, but Scotland's recent form and goal-scoring ability indicate they are likely to create more chances in this matchup. Additionally, Haiti's recent matches have seen them struggle with possession, averaging only 42% in their last game against Peru, while Scotland maintained 54% possession against Bolivia.
Tactically, Scotland is expected to dominate possession and utilize their width to stretch Haiti's defense. They may employ a high press to force turnovers in midfield, aiming to capitalize on Haiti's defensive vulnerabilities. Haiti will likely adopt a counter-attacking strategy, looking to exploit any gaps left by Scotland's attacking players.
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
