Johny Placide
HaitiGoalkeeperBastiaJohny Placide goes into World Cup 2026 as a player trusted to organise the last line for Haiti. He brings 79 caps into the tournament. Bastia provides his recent club rhythm before the tournament. The focus is shot stopping, decisions on high balls and the speed of his release.
Group C
Jun 13, 2026vs Scotland - 9:00 PM EDT
Quick Facts
Johny Placide and Haiti World Cup 2026 Squad
Haiti selected Johny Placide for World Cup 2026 with a clear football task. As a goalkeeper, he can protect the space behind the defence and keep restarts clean under pressure.
Placide is part of a group of 3 goalkeepers, so the opponent and match state can affect his minutes.
International Record
Johny Placide brings 79 caps into the tournament.
Placide's senior international timeline dates back to 2011, which gives the record more weight than a simple squad listing.
International Record
- International record: Johny Placide enters the tournament with 79 caps and 0 goals for Haiti.
- World Cup 2026 role: Haiti list Johny Placide as a goalkeeper, with minutes linked to form, workload and game state.
- Group opponents: Haiti face Scotland, Brazil and Morocco in the group stage.
Playing Style and Strengths
Placide's World Cup value starts with shot stopping, decisions on high balls and the speed of his release.
Placide has to choose between the short pass, the early release and the longer clearance.
- Match reading
- Decision making
- Tournament experience
- Work rate
- Role discipline
- Pressure moments
World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Haiti start against Scotland on 13 June 2026 in Boston. For Placide, the first match is a direct test of match rhythm and role clarity.
Brazil follow on 19 June 2026 in Philadelphia. For Placide, the second fixture can quickly change the selection picture if the opener leaves Haiti chasing points or protecting workload.
| Kickoff | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 20269:00 PM EDT | Scotland | Boston Stadium, Boston |
| Jun 19, 20268:30 PM EDT |  Brazil | Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia |
| Jun 24, 20266:00 PM EDT |  Morocco | Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta |
Dates and kickoff times above are shown in the venue timezone.
Recent Form
Johny Placide made 24 Ligue 2 appearances for Bastia in 2025/26.
Haiti will read form through actions that show in matches, not reputation alone. Training sharpness, recovery and the scoreline can still decide Placide's minutes.
Career Stats
Johny Placide brings 79 caps into the tournament.
For Haiti, the numbers guide the selection picture, but they do not replace match readiness. The opener still has to fit Placide's form and the opponent's plan.
| Field | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Team | Haiti |
| Position | Goalkeeper |
| Club | Bastia |
| Caps | 79 |
| Goals | 0 |
| Born | 29 January 1988 |
World Cup 2026 Role
Johny Placide enters World Cup 2026 with Haiti as a goalkeeper. The senior record stands at 79 caps and 0 goals. Match role, form and group-stage needs will shape his minutes.
Haiti will judge him through training rhythm before the tournament. The useful signs are role discipline, fitness and decision-making.
Haiti start against Scotland on Jun 13, 2026 in Boston. Brazil and Morocco come next in the group. The match order can affect workload and selection.
FAQ
Is Johny Placide in the Haiti World Cup 2026 squad?
Yes. Johny Placide is in Haiti's World Cup 2026 squad in the checked player data.
What position does Johny Placide play?
He is listed as a goalkeeper for Haiti.
How many international caps and goals does Johny Placide have?
He enters World Cup 2026 with 79 caps for Haiti.
Who are Haiti's World Cup 2026 group opponents?
Haiti face Scotland, Brazil and Morocco in the group stage.
When is Johny Placide's first World Cup 2026 match?
Haiti start against Scotland on 13 June 2026 in Boston.
What is Johny Placide's latest club form?
He plays for Bastia in the checked player facts.
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Group C Table
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 3 | 6 | 7 |
| 2 | Morocco | 3 | 3 | 7 |
| 3 | Scotland | 3 | -3 | 3 |
| 4 | Haiti | 3 | -6 | 0 |