June 24, 2026, will remain etched in the memory of every Haitian. Haitians at home and abroad, across all social classes, wildly celebrated the Haitian national team's two goals against Morocco. It was a remarkable achievement for a country returning to the FIFA Senior World Cup 52 years after its first—and, until 2026, only—appearance. Haiti's defeat to Morocco did nothing to diminish the team's outstanding performance, which was widely praised around the world. Haiti leaves the tournament with three losses, but with its head held high. And, above all, with a new name—Wilson Isidor—who will now stand alongside Emmanuel Sanon whenever the story of Haitian football's epic journey is told.

The international sports media has praised Isidor's magnificent goal as well as the Grenadiers' performances throughout all three matches. Haiti's memorable participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup proved to be genuine therapy for a wounded people weighed down by chronic political instability. Kidnappings, the proliferation of gangs, corruption, and food insecurity are among its manifestations.