Haiti is back at the World Cup after 52 years — and TNH broadcasts every match free. The last time Haiti played on football’s biggest stage was 1974 in West Germany. TNH (Télévision Nationale d’Haïti) airs all Haiti matches at no cost. For expanded coverage, Digicel Play and Canal+ carry additional games. The schedule is perfect: all three group matches are evening kickoffs in local time.
Where to Watch: Free and Paid
- TNH (Télévision Nationale d’Haïti) — Free, state broadcaster. All Haiti matches plus selected knockout rounds
- Digicel Play — Paid (local Digicel telecom). Selection of World Cup matches
- Canal+ — Paid. Available via Caribbean satellite packages, broader match selection
- SportsMax Caribbean — Paid cable. Caribbean sports network with World Cup coverage
When to Watch: Kickoff Times in Haiti
Haiti uses EDT (UTC-4) in June with daylight saving time active — identical to US Eastern time. No conversion needed.
| US Kickoff (ET) | Local Time (EDT) | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 AM ET | 11:00 AM EDT | Late morning |
| 2:00 PM ET | 2:00 PM EDT | Afternoon |
| 5:00 PM ET | 5:00 PM EDT | Late afternoon |
| 8:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM EDT | Evening |
Group C Schedule (local time):
| Match | Date / Local Time | City |
|---|---|---|
| Haiti vs Scotland | June 13, 9:00 PM EDT | Foxborough (Boston) |
| Haiti vs Brazil | June 19, 8:30 PM EDT | Philadelphia |
| Haiti vs Morocco | June 24, 6:00 PM EDT | Atlanta |
Must-Watch Matches
- Final — July 19, MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford. 3:00 PM EDT
- Semifinals — July 14–15. Evening kickoffs in EDT
- Haiti vs Brazil — June 19, Philadelphia. 8:30 PM EDT. The Caribbean underdogs face the five-time world champions under the lights — a once-in-a-generation moment for Haitian football
FAQ
When was the last time Haiti played in a World Cup? 1974 in West Germany — 52 years ago. Haiti’s 2026 qualification is one of the most remarkable stories in World Cup history.
Are Haiti’s World Cup matches free to watch? Yes. TNH (Télévision Nationale d’Haïti) broadcasts all Haiti matches free as the state broadcaster.
What time do Haiti’s matches kick off in local time? Between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM EDT — all evening matches. Haiti uses the same timezone as US Eastern in summer.