Haiti National Football Team Vs Mexico National Football Team Lineups
After an impressive comeback against Qatar in their opening match of the Gold Cup, Haiti will face Mexico in a must-win game to qualify for the next round. The Mexicans are boosted by the return of interim manager Jaime Lozano and forward Henry Martin, who plays in the Eredivisie for Feyenoord Rotterdam.
Goalkeeper
Despite playing just two games in this tournament, the Haiti national football team is already in a good position. The team has a chance to qualify for the quarterfinals, which would give them a great opportunity to make their fans proud. The team is led by a Frenchman who has built a squad of talented players. His tactics are based on attacking soccer. This makes the team a dangerous opponent for Mexico.
The last time these two teams met was on July 2, 2019. It ended in a 1-0 victory for Mexico at State Farm Stadium. Both teams will be hoping to win this game, but it will be tough. Here are some of the key players to watch for in this match.
Haiti’s players have grown up in a world shaped by earthquake destruction, a United Nations relief effort, years of political collapse, and paralyzing violence. Several of them, including Haiti’s star player Melchie Dumornay, have started successful careers in France, where the country’s manager, Nicolas Delepine, plays for club Grenoble Foot 38.
Mexico’s keeper, Guillermo Ochoa, is one of the best in the world. The 25-year-old keeper has made 73 saves in just eight matches for Mexico this season. He has an impressive record at international level and will be a strong force in this game against Haiti.
Both teams are full of young talent, and this could be a very entertaining game. The match’s first goal will be crucial, as it will set the tone for the rest of the game.
After that, both teams try to score as many goals as possible. The winner will advance to the semifinals. The first two teams will play each other once again, and the winner of that match will advance to the final. The semifinal will take place on July 15. The final will be held on July 21 at Children’s Mercy Park, the home stadium of Sporting Kansas City. The game will start at 8:30 pm ET. The stadium will be packed, so fans should get there early to ensure they have a seat.
Defenders
On paper, Mexico is expected to be the better side, but the Haitians will prove a tough test. The Caribbean nation has not lost to a team from the Americas in over four years, but they have struggled to put their chances away. Their defenders must be in their best form to prevent the Mexicans from scoring in this match.
At the back, the Haitians will have to be a lot more stubborn than they were against Qatar. This could mean sacrificing some of their attacking flair for defensive discipline. They must also ensure they can deal with the pace of the Mexican forwards.
The Mexicans have made a few changes from their opening-day win over Bermuda. Club America midfielder Meme Ochoa has been brought in to replace the injured Yair Fernandez, and forward Henry Martin will lead the line on his 138th appearance for the national team.
Despite being a team in transition, the Haitians have started well at this tournament. The Grenadiers won their first match against Qatar 3-0, and their Spanish coach Gabriel Pellegrino Calderon will be hoping that his squad can build on this strong start.
Halftime:
Mexico is on the front foot at the end of the first half, but they haven’t been able to take advantage of their superiority in terms of possession. Henry Martin and Orbelin Pineda have both been quiet, while Haiti’s defenders have dealt with the threats of Johan Vasquez and Edson Alvarez relatively comfortably.
Haiti has had two big chances to score in the match, but both have fallen below the mark. Mondesir turns sharply inside the box and blazes her shot across the goal and past the far post. 82 min: Dou Jiaxing breaks through the defence, but his effort is deflected behind for a corner. However, China looks more dangerous from the set pieces
Midfielders
Mexico dominated the midfield in their opener against Qatar and will likely do the same against Haiti. The Gold Cup’s top two teams advance to the quarterfinals, and Mexico is poised to take first place in Group B with a win. If they lose, they’ll need a big victory in their final group match against Honduras to remain top.
Mexico’s midfielders are one of the team’s most dangerous attacking units, and all three could score against Haiti. Andres Guardado, who plays in the central midfield position for Atlanta United, is expected to start again after recovering from a knock picked up in the opening match. He’ll be joined by Manchester United’s Jonathan dos Santos and Feyenoord Rotterdam’s Santiago Gimenez, who can both play attacking roles when called upon.
Meanwhile, Haiti will be hoping that Sherly Jeudy is in the starting lineup, as she is the country’s most talented young player and the best hope for a goal. She plays in the Eredivisie with FC Twente and is considered a potential breakout star.
A strong performance from the Haitians’ midfielders will be crucial if they want to compete with Mexico and other top teams in this year’s tournament. One player to watch will be Derrick Etienne, who plays for Atlanta United and was born in the USA. He had a few good scoring chances in the opener against Qatar and will look to do better tonight.
El Tri boss Jaime Lozano is unlikely to change his winning side. The only question is whether defenders Cesar Montes and Gerardo Arteaga will return from suspension. Both were suspended for the Nations League semifinal against the USA after getting red cards in that match, but they’ll be available to play a subsequent quarterfinal.
Forwards
The Haiti national football team has one of the Caribbean’s strongest and longest football traditions. They are the second Caribbean team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup, having done so in 1974. They have won several regional tournaments, and are a perennial top contender at the CONCACAF Gold Cup. The team has talented players, including defenders, midfielders, and forwards.
Haiti lost to Jamaica 2-0 in their opening match but secured two points. They were led by goalkeeper Andre Blake, who returned to his starting spot after replacing Jahmali Waite. The rest of the lineup was mostly unchanged, with Meschak Jerome, Damion Lowe, Javain Brown, and Kevon Lambert all making the starting XI.
As for Mexico, they will have to play well to advance to the tournament’s next stage. Head coach Diego Cocca has the decision to make at centre-forward, with Henry Martin and Santiago Gimenez available. The latter plays in the Eredivisie for Feyenoord Rotterdam and has been a top scorer for his club this season.
The team is bolstered by Bayern Munich’s summer signing, Pernille Harder, who will be expected to start on the left wing. In defence, Jeannina Petit-Frere, Tabita Joseph and Kethna Louis will be back in the starting XI after their absence in the loss to England.
Haiti also has a strong bench, with players such as Ruthny Mathurin and Roselord Limage ready to come on in the case of injuries. The goalkeepers will have to be at their best in a game that will likely see Haiti under pressure throughout the 90 minutes.
The match will be broadcast in the United States on FS1 (English), TUDN and Univision NOW, and in Canada on One (English) and CBC Sports (Canadian). Fans can also watch the game on Fubo, which offers a free trial to new users. The match will be at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. The teams will take the field at 12:30 pm ET.
