Celebrations from tiny Curaçao to Haiti as minnows end long World Cup wait

Curaçao and Haiti, two of the smallest nations in the world, have made significant strides in qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Curaçao achieved a historic milestone by becoming the smallest nation to qualify for the tournament, while Haiti also secured its spot, showcasing the resilience and determination of these underdog teams.

Curaçao has qualified for the football World Cup for the first time in its history. The Caribbean island joins Panama and Haiti in securing a spot at the tournament, which is scheduled to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Scotland has qualified for the men's football World Cup for the first time in 28 years after a thrilling 4-2 victory against Denmark at Hampden. The achievement has sparked widespread excitement among fans, marking a significant moment for the national team and its supporters. The qualification ends a long wait since 1998, uniting the nation in celebration.

Curaçao has made history by becoming the smallest nation to qualify for the World Cup, following a crucial 0-0 draw against Jamaica. The island nation, with a population of 156,000, appointed coach Dick Advocaat, who delayed his start until financial issues were resolved, allowing players to be paid and paving the way for this historic qualifying campaign.

Curaçao has made history by becoming the smallest nation ever to qualify for the World Cup after securing a crucial 0-0 draw against Jamaica in Kingston. With a population of just 156,000, this tiny Caribbean nation joins Haiti and Panama in qualifying for the tournament, which will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico next year. The draw was pivotal in the Concacaf qualifying campaign, allowing Curaçao to achieve this remarkable feat.