Brazil vs Haiti Prediction: Who Will Win The FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C Clash?

Following a disappointing start to their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, five-time champions Brazil will be keen to grab momentum as they face Haiti in their Group C clash on June 20.

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Brazil will enter the match looking for a stronger performance after being held to a 1-1 draw by Morocco in their tournament opener. The five-time champions struggled to find rhythm during the match; however, Vinícius Júnior’s brilliant goal, along with several important saves from Alisson, helped them draw the match.

Meanwhile, Haiti showed plenty of promise despite suffering a narrow defeat to Scotland. John McGinn’s first-half goal proved decisive, but Haiti created chances and spent much of the match on the front foot.

With pressure already building after their opening result, Carlo Ancelotti will expect a much-improved display from Brazil as they look to secure their first win of the tournament.

Brazil vs Haiti: Head-to-Head

Brazil has met Haiti thrice before and won all the matches. The last time both sides faced each other, Brazil showed pure dominance as they won the match 7-1 during the Copa America’s Group Game 2016.

Brazil vs Haiti Team news

Neymar Jr won’t be available for for their World Cup clash against Haiti. The veteran forward is still recovering from a calf injury and remains unavailable, however, he might return for their final group-stage match against Scotland on June 24. Neymar Jr is Brazil’s leading goal-scorer with 79 international goals has not represented the national team since October 2023. The injury was diagnosed in late May, and fitness problems have limited his appearances for Santos this season.

Haiti also have a fitness concern of their own, with striker Duckens Nazon facing a race against time to be fit after being an unused substitute in the opening match.

Brazil vs Haiti team recent form

Brazil look better pn paper compared to Haiti as they have lost just once in their last five games. They started their World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco, and have also claimed victories over Egypt, Panama and Croatia in recent outings. The only blot on the period was a defeat by France in March.

Haiti, meanwhile, has been looking for some consistency. They started their World Cup campaign with a narrow loss to Scotland and have only won one of their last five games. Recent results have seen them beaten by Peru and Tunisia, draw with Iceland and win against New Zealand.

Brazil will be confident of grabbing three points and improving their position in Group C based on recent form

Brazil vs Haiti FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction

Brazil wasn’t at their best during the campaign opener, but they still managed to earn a point and will be expected to raise their level in this must-win encounter. Haiti showed plenty of attacking intent against Scotland, yet they may struggle to contain Brazil’s superior quality and depth across the pitch. With players like Vinícius Júnior, Raphinha and Bruno Guimarães capable of creating chances, Brazil should have enough firepower to secure a comfortable victory.

Predicted Score: Brazil 3-1 Haiti

Brazil and Haiti Probable starting XI

Brazil Probable starting XI

Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker
Defenders: Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Alex Sandro
Midfielders: Lucas Paquetá, Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães
Forwards: Raphinha, Matheus Cunha, Vinícius Júnior

Haiti Probable starting XI

Goalkeeper: Johny Placide
Defenders: Carlens Arcus, Ricardo Adé, Hannes Delcroix, Martin Expérience
Midfielder: Don Deedson, Jean Jacques, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Ruben Providence
Forwards: Wilson Isidor, Frantzdy Pierrot