Haiti experienced the thrill of participating in the World Cup for the first time since 1974. Placed in Group C, the team gained valuable experience on the field against seasoned opponents. This match caught attention as Haiti's final encounter in the World Cup journey, providing their fans with moments of resilience.

Scotland, returning to the tournament after a long hiatus, competed in Group C. Held at Gillette Stadium, this match was their last in the group. As Scotland aimed to surpass tough opponents, they sought to offer hopeful moments to their fans. However, the outcomes in the group stage indicated their journey would not continue in the tournament.