By Mythsouka Jean-Philippe

The stage is set for a possible historic epic as the grand final of the Haitian national championship looms on the horizon. With only five of the country’s ten departments having had the privilege of seeing one of their clubs win the D1 title, the anticipation is palpable for supporters of the remaining departments, including the North-East which has never known glory of victory.

Next Sunday, at Parc Felix Saint-Victor in Cap-Haïtien, the long-awaited duel will pit Real Hope FA, proudly representing the City of Cap-Haïtien in the Nord department, against Ouanaminthe FC, carrying the hopes of the eponymous city in the North-East department. This is a golden opportunity for the North-East to finally join the prestigious list of departments having won D1.

Eyes will be on every pass, every dribble and every shot, as both teams battle not only for the title, but also for the honor of their department. Real Hope FA, with their experience and impressive record, will not easily let the trophy slip from their hands. However, Ouanaminthe FC, driven by the passion of an entire department, is ready to write a new page in the history of Haitian football.

Tensions are running high as the North East prepares to make its voice heard in the world of domestic football. Which of these teams will write their name in the annals of the Haitian championship? The answer will be revealed on Sunday, in a match which is already shaping up to be an unforgettable moment for the North East and the whole country.