On Friday, June 12, 2026, Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, accompanied by Foreign Minister Raina Forbin and Minister for Haitians Living Abroad Kathia Verdier, visited the Grenadiers and members of the technical team.

This visit took place on the eve of the Grenadiers' first match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, against Scotland's Tartan Team, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, near Boston, Massachusetts, at 9:00 p.m. (US/Haiti time).

During this visit, marked by emotion and national pride, the Prime Minister conveyed the support of the Haitian government and people, both in Haiti and in the diaspora. He hailed a historic qualification that unites Haitians around a common ideal and makes the team a symbol of hope, unity, and achievement.

He declared "You are much more than a football team. You are the face of Haitian youth who refuse to give up, who dare to dream, and who prove that, despite the difficulties, Haiti is capable of rising to the ranks of the world’s best nations."

He also added "You are hope, you are opportunity. You are an example; we are watching you and counting on you."

Minister Raina Forbin congratulated the players on this historic feat, emphasizing the importance of national unity and the diplomatic and consular efforts that facilitated Haiti’s participation in this World Cup, a showcase of the talent of Haitian youth.

The Minister for Haitians Living Abroad, for her part, praised a performance that transcends the realm of sports and inspires present and future generations.

As a sign of appreciation, the players presented the Prime Minister with an official jersey signed by all the players.

The Government reaffirmed its confidence in the National Team and invited all Haitians, wherever they may be, to support the Grenadiers in this historic moment.

"Together, as our Grenadiers are demonstrating today on the world stage, we can accomplish great things when we move forward united," concluded the Prime Minister.

See also :

https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-47732-haiti-world-cup-2026-pm-fils-aime-in-the-united-states-to-support-our-grenadiers.html

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