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October 29, 2024 – In a spirited finale at the Pink Ladies Week in Turkey, the Haitian women’s national soccer team, known as Les Grenadières, narrowly lost to Russia 2-1. Despite the defeat, Haiti’s rising star Melchie Daelle Dumornay stole the spotlight with a remarkable goal that briefly brought the teams level and underscored her potential as a powerhouse on the international stage.
Russia opened the scoring early in the fifth minute with a goal from Mashima Nadia, giving them an early advantage. But Haiti’s squad, undeterred, fought back with determination. Dumornay, who has consistently impressed with her agility and precision, delivered an equalizing goal in the 46th minute, setting the score at 1-1 just after halftime. Her skillful play demonstrated her knack for game-changing moments and rallied her team, adding energy to an already intense matchup. However, Russia regained the lead just minutes later, with Tatiana Elena Petrova scoring in the 50th minute to secure a 2-1 victory.
Before this final match, Haiti showcased a strong performance in the tournament, winning 3-1 against Jordan and 3-2 against Chinese Taipei. These victories marked significant strides for the team, highlighting their growing cohesion and readiness for upcoming international competitions in 2025.
Although they concluded the tournament with a loss, Les Grenadières leave Turkey with valuable experience and a reinforced sense of resilience. Dumornay’s impressive goal and the team’s overall performance are promising signs for Haiti as they continue to make strides in women’s international soccer.
