Stephen “Kiki” Ramos, a teenage player from Velez Sarsfield, has chosen to represent Haiti on the international front by playing for Haiti instead of Argentina in the FIFA Under-17 World Cup 2026 in Qatar.

Ramos was born in Port-au-Prince on April 3, 2009, and after surviving the horrific 2010 Haitian earthquake, he relocated to Argentina as a baby. He was raised in Buenos Aires and established his football career at Velez Sarsfield after being adopted by an Argentine family.

Kiki Ramos set to represent Haiti in U17 World Cup

The gifted winger has previously played friendly games for Argentina’s Under-17 team. The Haitian Football Federation (FFH) has formally confirmed his decision to play for Haiti.

“Stephen Oscar Ramos, nicknamed Kiki, born on April 3, 2009, in Port-au-Prince. The young Velez Sarsfield player has chosen Haiti and will join the U-17 national team in Brazil!” the FFH announced on social media.

“The FFH welcomes him to the Grenadier family. Thanks to his agent and Vélez Sarsfield for their cooperation. Kiki, you’re home!” the statement added.

Kiki Ramos, who hasn’t yet made his senior debut but is well-known for his speed, strength, and attacking prowess, has become one of Haiti’s most promising young players. He recently signed his first professional deal with Velez.

For the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2026, which will take place from November 19 to December 13, Haiti has been placed in Group D with France, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay.

Ramos is still qualified to play for Haiti at the senior level despite his prior youth performances for Argentina, since friendly matches do not bind a player to a national team.

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Telegram.