Dukens Nazon opened the scoring in the 12th minute after a well-worked move. Danley Jean Jacques doubled the lead in the 35th, sending Haiti into halftime with a comfortable cushion. The Grenadiers dictated the tempo and absorbed Nicaragua’s limited pressure. Despite second-half forays, the visitors never broke down Haiti’s well-drilled back line.

Deep into stoppage time, Louicius Don Deedson added a third. The win was as emphatic as it was symbolic. The performance underscored a disciplined, confident Haitian side. The team appears to be finding cohesion under its technical staff.

With the result, Haiti strengthens its position in the race for a 2026 berth. Haiti next faces Honduras on October 13. This will be another high-stakes test. Honduras is also in the hunt for qualification.

A place at the finals would be Haiti’s first since 1974, when the team made its World Cup debut in West Germany. Fifty-two years later, a return to football’s biggest stage would mean more than a sporting achievement. It would be a symbol of unity and hope for a nation under strain.

In a country confronting an unprecedented security and political crisis, the Grenadiers’ campaign has become a rare source of pride and collective optimism. Beyond the scoreline, Tuesday’s win reflected the resolve of a group determined to restore Haiti’s stature on the global football map.