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'No Hiding' as Haiti Thrash New Zealand in Pre-World Cup Friendly
Haiti’s counterattack and finishing exposed New Zealand’s defense, and the All Whites conceded four goals in their heaviest loss in nine years.
- On Tuesday, Haiti defeated New Zealand 4-0 in a World Cup warm-up at Inter Miami's stadium in Fort Lauderdale, spoiling a milestone match for All Whites captain Chris Wood, who earned his 89th cap.
- Haiti returns to the World Cup for the first time in 52 years, while New Zealand makes their third appearance on the world stage after competing in 1982 and 2010.
- Ruben Providence opened scoring in the 12th minute, and goals from Lenny Joseph, Frantzdy Pierrot, and Duke Lacroix exposed defensive errors by goalkeeper Alex Paulsen and centre back Finn Surman.
- New Zealand coach Darren Bazeley called the result "a very harsh lesson for us," emphasizing his team must improve before facing England on Saturday.
- Haiti is assigned to Group C with Brazil, Morocco, and Scotland, while New Zealand competes in Group G against Iran, Egypt, and Belgium ahead of the June 11 tournament start.
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right5Center8Last UpdatedBias Distribution47% Center
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L 24%
C 47%
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