Haiti
Scotland
Team Overview
In their latest friendly match, Haiti faced Peru at home but suffered a narrow defeat, ending the game with a score of 1-2. This loss continues a challenging run for Haiti as they prepare to take on Scotland.
Match statistics (Haiti vs Peru):
Team Overview
Scotland played against Bolivia in their last match, securing a convincing 4-0 victory away from home. This win adds to their recent success as they head into their match against Haiti.
Match statistics (Bolivia vs Scotland):
In a closely fought encounter, Scotland secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Haiti in their World Cup group stage opener, with John McGinn's first-half goal proving decisive.
The match saw Scotland take the lead in the 28th minute when McGinn found the back of the net, capitalizing on a moment of defensive lapse from Haiti. Despite the setback, Haiti responded well, dominating possession with 54% and creating a total of 15 shots, although only two were on target.
Scotland, on the other hand, managed to register 9 shots with 2 on goal, showcasing a more clinical approach. The Scottish defense held firm despite Haiti's pressure, and the match featured a total of 23 fouls from the home side, compared to Scotland's 21. The game also saw a flurry of yellow cards, with Haiti receiving one and Scotland three, reflecting the physical nature of the contest.
As the match progressed, Haiti made tactical substitutions to increase their attacking threat, but they were unable to convert their chances. Scotland's ability to maintain composure and defend their slim lead was key to their success. Overall, this match highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, setting the stage for an intriguing tournament ahead.
Haiti has shown a mixed form in their last ten matches, with a record of 3 wins, 4 losses, and 3 draws. Their most recent match ended in a loss against Peru, where they scored 1 goal but conceded 2. In contrast, Scotland has been in strong form, winning 7 of their last 10 matches, including a convincing 4-0 victory against Bolivia. This indicates a significant difference in momentum heading into this match.
Scotland's attacking prowess is evident, having scored 12 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 2.4 goals per game. Haiti, on the other hand, has scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 1.6 goals per game. This disparity in scoring ability could play a crucial role in the outcome of the match.
In terms of statistics, Haiti has averaged 1.6 goals per game in their last 10 matches, while Scotland has averaged 2.4 goals. Additionally, Scotland has a higher total shots per game, indicating a more aggressive attacking style. Haiti's last match statistics show they had 8 total shots, with only 1 on target, highlighting their struggle to convert chances into goals.
Defensively, Haiti has conceded an average of 0.8 goals per game in their last 5 matches, while Scotland has conceded 1.0 goals per game. This suggests that while both teams have vulnerabilities, Scotland's recent form indicates they are more capable of capitalizing on defensive lapses.
Tactically, Scotland is expected to dominate possession and create more goal-scoring opportunities, utilizing their pace on the wings and clinical finishing. Haiti may adopt a more defensive approach, looking to counter-attack, but they will need to be efficient with their limited chances to have any hope of securing a positive result.
Haiti
1
0
1
Scotland
3
2
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
