MIAMI – For the first time ever, the Haitian women’s soccer team has qualified for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
It’s the talk around town, with fans celebrating here in South Florida, home to a large Haitian-American population.
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In a very competitive match, the Haitian women’s team defeated Chile 2 to 1 in a historic playoff match.
Haitians here in South Florida tell Local 10 News this is truly a day to celebrate, because Haiti is in the news for something positive after months of unrest and sad news.
“We beat the hell out of them, 2 to 1, I’m very happy for the Haitian community, everybody’s happy,” Haitian-American Delva Backer said. “You can’t underestimate any women, whether it’s a Haitian woman or American woman.”
The team will compete at the Women’s World Cup this summer.