Brazil’s power grid cuts demand by 9.6% during Haiti match

On the night Brazil faced Haiti in a 2026 World Cup match, the country’s electricity consumption fell sharply, with the National Interconnected System recording a 9.6% drop – up to 6,700 MW – as viewers turned off lights and appliances. A brief surge of 2,279 MW occurred during the halftime break, and consumption rose another 3.3% after the final whistle.

Haiti’s coach, Jean‑Jacques Pierre, explained that he must run the team remotely because the nation remains in a severe political and humanitarian crisis. He hopes to return once security improves, but gang‑controlled streets and a limited airport prevent any visit. The coach’s distance complicates player scouting and preparation for the World Cup qualifiers.