World Cup 2026: Haiti fans feel excluded from first tournament since 1974
Haitian fans are excited about their national team's first World Cup appearance since 1974, but many are unable to attend due to high costs and travel restrictions. Ticket prices are prohibitively expensive, with single tickets listed at $2,100. Local advocates are calling for affordable community tickets but have faced challenges in making this happen.
- ▪Haiti will play Scotland, Brazil, and Morocco in the World Cup.
- ▪The state of Massachusetts has a significant Haitian population of about 87,000.
- ▪Local leaders are advocating for low-cost tickets for the Haitian community.
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