By James Bake

The Haitian men’s national team, known as the Grenadiers, faces particular challenges regarding the integration of binational players into its roster. Because of evil tongues. As the old Haitian adage would say, “Rat Kay kap manje pay Kay.” »

The wealth of the Haitian diaspora around the world offers a pool of potential talent to strengthen the national selection. Be it players who were born in North America, South America and Europe. However, some dual national players are hesitant to join the team due to various external influences and internal concerns. What do some dissidents say that discourages them from coming? This analysis looks at the obstacles faced by potential future warriors in their quest to fully integrate their original selection.

The reluctance of some binational players to join the Haitian selection can be attributed in part to negative influences from various sources. Rumors and criticism from some so-called senior players in the national team and some retired national team players can sow doubt among potential talents who were born in Europe and North America, fearing that their place will be threatened. or their experience tarnished. This dynamic harms the team’s progress by limiting the pool of players available and playing at the high level.

However, positive voices are also emerging within the team. Recently integrated players testify to the professional and harmonious atmosphere that reigns within the Haitian national team. Statements from players like Hervé Bazile in 2019 saying that he was poorly advised, that he regretted not coming to the selection sooner, because what he experienced in the selection was something wonderful underline the importance of the unity and solidarity that reigned within the team, despite attempts at external destabilization and fierce opponents.

It is imperative that the Haitian national team overcomes the obstacles related to the integration of binational players by establishing a culture of support and encouragement. Negative influences that discourage these potential talents must be rejected, and current and former players, including figures such as Hervé Bazile in the past, Johnny Placide, FaFa Picault and Jean-Kevin Duverne in the present, must rally behind the common goal of strengthening the national team. By helping future dual nationals to integrate while cultivating an atmosphere of trust and solidarity, the Grenadiers can fully exploit the potential offered by the Haitian diaspora to reach new heights on the world stage and in particular, the preparation of the Coupe du world 2026 in sight.