It was already a very nice and good story so that the CONCACAF Qualifiers did not have any logistical problems. The first games could be carried out without any restriction that would complicate the arrival of the teams to the Caribbean, but now that they have had to travel to Canada, Haiti has seriously conditioned their pass to the Octagonal Final and even their performance in the Cup. Gold.
In the first clash they had in the second round, Haiti made life difficult for the Americans and they barely lost by 1 to 0. This left them the opportunity to fight in the second round and even dream of their passage to the next phase, but The Federation itself has put its foot down for its players by not having done the proper visa procedures for four of its regular players, including Johnny Placide, according to Total Mix Radio.. But, if that weren’t enough, it “declared war” on the Canadian authorities.
“They have not respected the rule of reciprocity in the number of accreditations for the party. They requested and received an additional 18 in Port-au-Prince and, in principle, they should return the favor. In addition, the Canadians demanded the results of the COVID tests -19 of our members in advance, before the field recognition, when they should give three hours before carrying out the meeting, “said the Haitian Football Federation through its social networks. “His claim is illegal and looks like an attack on our elements.”
Placide also commented that the organization has been terrible since the players arrived from Europe and some plan not even to travel to Chicago for the Gold Cup to return to their respective teams outside their country. In addition to Johnny Plaicde, Carnejy Antoine, Alex Christian and Expérience Martin are the other three men who will not be able to see minutes against the Canadian National Team.
What does Haiti need to get through and what will it play in the Gold Cup?
The situation of Haiti to reach the Octagonal Final is simple if we see it mathematically. Those led by Marc Collat need to win at least 2-1 on aggregate, so they would have to be perfect on defense when they visit Toyota Park. If they do not qualify, their mission will then be to reach the group stage of the Gold Cup, where, in the preliminary phase, they will face Saint Vincent and the Grenadines first.