Haiti’s success in the first consolation round provided the opportunity to compete for the consolation trophy against El Salvador.

Playing under the beautiful Mexican sky and mild temperatures, El Salvador scored first. Haiti equalized the score and the half ended with the score tied.

The second half saw the experience of the El Salvador team pay dividends as they scored three goals in the second half. The final score was El Salvador 4 Haiti 1.

After the courtesy tour for the stadium crowd where the leg amputees tap their crutches over their heads, both teams gathered in a prayer huddle on the field – grateful to participate in the world’s fastest one legged game.

On Wednesday night, Haiti played with zeal, determination and fair play against a very strong and disciplined national team from Mexico.

The host nation scored the first goal during the initial period, and the score remained 1-0 at the half.

Despite numerous on goal shots, the Haitian squad could not equalize the score. Mexico made a second goal late in the second period to win 2-0.

Despite its youth and inexperience, the Haitian team has drawn rave reviews from other delegations and spectators for its tenacity and speed. This bodes well for the selection of the next team for the World Cup of Amputee Football.

The schedule for the Cup of the Americas has been released. Please note the times that Haiti plays over the first three days of the Cup of the Americas.

Our first game is Monday night at 6:30PM against Costa Rica. You may view it live on the Internet at www.sanjuantv.mx. Click on En Vivo.

The Opening Ceremony is starting on a beautiful night in San Juan de Los Lagos outside of Guadalajara.