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South Florida’s Haitian community rally behind Team Haiti despite 3-0 loss to Brazil
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· June 19, 2026
· 2 min read
South Florida’s Haitian community cheered on Team Haiti as it took on Brazil in Friday night’s World Cup match. Fans of all ages gathered at The NoMi Village off Northwest Seventh Avenue in North Miami at a free community watch party to support their team. The tournament marks a historic moment for
Key takeaway It is the first time since 1974 that the national soccer team has qualified for the World Cup.
Why this matters in The Miami
The outpouring of support for Team Haiti in North Miami's Haitian community is a testament to the strong cultural ties that bind South Florida's Caribbean communities. As the first team eliminated from the World Cup, Haiti's national soccer team may not have achieved a winning record, but their presence in the tournament has already made a significant impact on the local community. For many fans, this moment is not just about soccer, but about national pride and a sense of connection to their heritage. The fact that fans gathered at The NoMi Village, a community hub in North Miami, to watch the game together underscores the importance of community and cultural identity in this part of South Florida. As Haiti prepares to face Morocco on Wednesday, fans will likely continue to rally behind their team, celebrating their historic return to the World Cup and the sense of pride and unity it has brought to the local Haitian community.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? South Florida’s Haitian community cheered on Team Haiti as it took on Brazil in Friday night’s World Cup match. Fans of all ages gathered at The NoMi Village off Northwest Seventh Avenue in North Miami at a free community watch party to support their team. The tournament marks a historic moment for
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