Match report
Costa Rica 3–3 Haiti: A Thrilling Draw in World Cup Qualification
Costa Rica
3–3
FT
Haiti
Sep 10, 2025
In a pulsating World Cup Qualification CONCACAF clash, Costa Rica and Haiti shared a thrilling 3-3 draw. Early goals from Kenneth Vargas and A. Martinez put Costa Rica ahead, but D. Nazon's hat-trick and a late equalizer from J. Vargas ensured a dramatic finish. The match showcased the resilience and attacking flair of both teams, with Costa Rica and Haiti each securing valuable points in their quest for qualification.
Key Facts
- • Costa Rica scored through Kenneth Vargas (1'), A. Martinez (35'), and J. Vargas (90')
- • D. Nazon scored a hat-trick for Haiti, with goals at 55', 58', and 86'
- • Costa Rica's C. Mora and Orlando Galo received yellow cards
- • Haiti's Carlens Arcus, D. Jean-Jacques, and C. Attys were also booked
Lineups
Costa Rica
Formation: 5-3-2
Starting XI
- 1 K. Navas (G)
- 22 C. Mora (D)
- 5 J. Cascante (D)
- 6 A. Gamboa (D)
- 4 J. Vargas (D)
- 8 J. Mora (D)
- 19 K. Vargas (F)
- 14 O. Galo (M)
- 20 J. Alcocer (F)
- 12 A. Martinez (F)
- 9 M. Ugalde (F)
Substitutes
- 18 A. Lezcano
- 23 P. Sequeira
- 2 G. Villalobos Alfaro
- 3 K. Myrie
- 7 A. Contreras
- 13 S. Acuna
- 17 C. Perez
- 11 A. Lassiter
- 21 A. Rojas
- 15 A. Hernandez
- 16 A. J. Bran Flores
- 10 B. Aguilera Zamora
Haiti
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 12 J. Duverger (G)
- 2 C. Arcus (D)
- 4 R. Ade (D)
- 6 G. Metusala (D)
- 13 D. Lacroix (D)
- 8 R. Providence (F)
- 17 D. Jean Jacques (M)
- 10 J. Bellegarde (M)
- 18 C. F. Sainte
- 20 F. Pierrot (F)
- 19 Y. Fortune (F)
Substitutes
- 3 K. Thermoncy
- 5 T. Michel
- 15 J. Desdunes
- 21 C. Attys
- 9 D. Nazon
- 11 L. Deedson
- 23 G. Leveille
Timeline
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1' Costa Rica Goal · Normal GoalKenneth Vargas · Assist: M. Ugalde
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35' Costa Rica Goal · Normal GoalA. Martinez · Assist: Kenneth Vargas
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40' Haiti subst · Substitution 1Off: C. F. Sainte · On: D. Nazon
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41' Haiti Card · Yellow CardCarlens Arcus
Foul
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55' Haiti Goal · Normal GoalD. Nazon
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57' Costa Rica Card · Yellow CardC. Mora
Foul
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58' Haiti Goal · Normal GoalD. Nazon · Assist: D. Jean-Jacques
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69' Haiti subst · Substitution 2Off: Y. Fortune · On: L. Deedson
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75' Haiti Card · Yellow CardD. Jean-Jacques
Foul
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82' Costa Rica Card · Yellow CardOrlando Galo
Foul
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82' Costa Rica subst · Substitution 1Off: C. Mora · On: K. Myrie
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82' Costa Rica subst · Substitution 2Off: Kenneth Vargas · On: A. Rojas
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85' Costa Rica subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Cascante · On: A. Contreras
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86' Haiti Goal · Normal GoalD. Nazon · Assist: D. Lacroix
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89' Haiti subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Providence · On: T. Michel
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89' Haiti subst · Substitution 4Off: F. Pierrot · On: C. Attys
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90'+3 Costa Rica subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Mora · On: A. Lassiter
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90'+3 Costa Rica subst · Substitution 5Off: Orlando Galo · On: A. Bran
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90'+7 Haiti Card · Yellow CardC. Attys
Foul
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90' Costa Rica Goal · Normal GoalJ. Vargas · Assist: M. Ugalde
Match Stats
| Stat | Costa Rica | Haiti |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Pass Accuracy | 80% | 88% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 8 | 1 |
| Corners | 1 | 0 |
| Total Passes | 69 | 118 |
| Yellow Cards | — | — |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 0 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 0 |
| Possession | 38% | 62% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 55 | 104 |
| Shots Inside Box | 5 | 1 |
| Saves | 0 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 0 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Haiti's D. Nazon scored a quickfire double (55', 58') to level the match after Costa Rica's early lead
- ▸ J. Vargas' late goal for Costa Rica in the 90th minute secured a crucial point for his team, showcasing Costa Rica's determination and resilience in a high-stakes match