Haiti has announced its 26-player [1] roster for the 2026 [1] FIFA World Cup, including Philadelphia Union midfielder Danley Jean Jacques [1].
The selection marks a historic return for the national team, which has not appeared in the tournament since 1974 [2]. This return signals a resurgence for Haitian soccer on the global stage after five decades of absence from the premier competition.
Jean Jacques is one of three [1] players from Major League Soccer selected for the squad [1]. The inclusion of MLS-based talent provides the team with experience from one of the fastest-growing professional leagues in North America.
To prepare for the tournament, the national team is conducting its training camp in Port St. Lucie, Florida [2]. The Florida facility serves as the primary hub for the squad to finalize tactics, and conditioning before the opening matches.
The roster construction reflects a blend of international experience and regional talent. By securing a 26-player [1] squad, the coaching staff has ensured depth across all positions to handle the rigors of the tournament schedule.
This appearance in the 2026 [1] World Cup is the first for the nation in 52 years. The team's presence in the tournament is expected to generate significant interest both within Haiti and among the Haitian diaspora in the U.S. and abroad.
“Haiti's first World Cup appearance since 1974”
Haiti's return to the FIFA World Cup after a 52-year hiatus represents a major sporting milestone for the country. The reliance on MLS players and a training base in Florida suggests a strategic pivot toward North American infrastructure to stabilize team preparations amid domestic challenges.
