The race for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup heats up as Honduras vs Haiti headline a crucial CONCACAF Qualifiers Group C clash on October 14, 2025. Set to take place at the iconic Estadio Nacional Jose de la Paz Herrera Ucles in Tegucigalpa, this matchup could prove decisive in determining which nation stays on track for World Cup qualification.
Honduras and Haiti, tied on points with only goal difference setting them apart, promise fans a thrilling, high-stakes showdown.
This match preview covers the current standings, playoff stakes, recent form, and a prediction for this crucial qualifying clash.
Honduras vs Haiti 2026 FIFA World Cup CONCACAF Qualifiers
Group C Standings: Neck-and-Neck at the Top
In CONCACAF’s final qualifying round, the group winner earns direct entry to the World Cup, while runners-up vie for playoff spots.
After three matchdays, Haiti and Honduras are tied on five points, but Haiti’s superior goal difference puts them in first. Costa Rica and Nicaragua trail behind.
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haiti | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 3 | +3 | 5 |
| 2 | Honduras | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
| 3 | Costa Rica | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 | Nicaragua | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 1 |
Haiti v Honduras | Third Round | Concacaf Qualifiers
Recent Results and Head-to-Head
Honduras comes in with solid form (WWWDWD in qualifiers), unbeaten in their last six qualifying games but frustrated by the recent draw against Costa Rica, where they held 72% possession but managed just one shot on target.
Overall, they’ve lost only twice in 10 recent outings and were on a three-game home winning streak before the stalemate.
Haiti, with form WWLDDW in qualifiers, snapped a six-game winless run across all competitions with their 3-0 victory over Nicaragua.
They’re unbeaten in their last three qualifiers and have shown resilience under coach Sebastien Migne, who has just three losses in 17 games.
Head-to-head favors Honduras:
They’ve won three of the last four meetings (Haiti won one), with the reverse fixture in September ending 0-0. Honduras has hosted Haiti twice in qualifiers, winning both 4-0.
Team News
Honduras coach Reinaldo Rueda faces a potential setback with midfielder David Ruiz nursing a hamstring injury. The team might stick with the same XI from the Costa Rica draw, but poor finishing could prompt changes upfront.
Honduras vs Haiti Predicted Lineups
Predicted Honduras XI (4-3-3):
- Menjivar; Najar, Montes, Santos; Arriaga, Alvarez, Flores, Rosales; Benguche, Palma, Arboleda.
Haiti boasts a full squad, with Duckens Nazon (six qualifying goals) and man-of-the-match Danley Jean-Jacques expected to shine. Debutant Josue Casimir impressed last time out.
Predicted Haiti XI (4-4-2):
- Placide; Arcus, Ade, Duverne, Lacroix; Providence, Bellegarde, Jacques, Casimir; Pierrot, Nazon.
Honduras vs Haiti Match Prediction
Home advantage and a strong defensive record give Honduras the nod in a tight affair. Expect them to capitalize on Haiti’s recent inconsistencies for a 2-1 win, boosting their qualification hopes.