Haiti Coach: World Cup Group 'Not Easy' But a 'Big Reward' for Players

Sébastien Migné, head coach of the Haiti national team, acknowledged that the 2026 World Cup draw presents a significant challenge for his side. Drawn into Group C alongside Morocco, Brazil, and Scotland, Migné believes the upcoming matches will be among the toughest in the tournament.

Speaking to Eurosport, Migné stated: "We have a group that is not easy, because we will play against the legendary team when we talk about the World Cup, which is Brazil, and then against a team that reached the semi-finals of the last edition, which is Morocco, so the task is not simple."

Despite the tough competition, the French coach preferred to focus on the positive aspects, considering these encounters to hold great value for his team. He remarked: "If we want to look at things positively, it can be said that this is a wonderful opportunity for Haiti to emerge, for our national team to shine, and a big reward for our players who will face the best in the world of football."

Migné added that this participation demands extra effort and significant responsibility, emphasizing that qualification is not the end of the journey but the beginning of a new phase of work. He explained: "High-level football is a continuous rebuilding process. We had an opportunity to perform well and qualify, and now we will face another type of opponent. We will have to raise our level an additional degree."

The Haiti coach concluded by affirming that his team will approach the World Cup with great determination. He believes that competing against opponents of Brazil and Morocco's caliber will provide an important lesson and a unique experience for the players, hoping the national team will deliver an honorable performance befitting this historic event.