Vinícius Rescues Brazil in 1-1 World Cup Draw

sportJun 15, 2026·258 words·2 min read

Brazil began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a disappointing 1-1 draw against Morocco in Group C. Morocco took the lead in the 21st minute when Ismael Saibari chipped the ball over goalkeeper Alisson after a clever pass from Brahim Díaz. Brazil hit back in the 32nd minute through Vinícius Júnior, who cut in from the left and fired past Yassine Bounou for his 10th international goal.

Morocco played very well for much of the game. They had twelve shots in the first half. Brazil were missing their injured star Neymar. Former players said Brazil's display was poor and untidy. They had too many wingers and were weak in the middle of the pitch. Carlo Ancelotti is the first foreign coach to lead Brazil at a World Cup. He made changes at half-time to help his team.

After the game, Ancelotti said sorry for the poor display. But he said you do not win a World Cup after just one match. In 2022, Argentina lost their first game and still won the trophy. Brazil have not won the World Cup since 2002. That is a long wait of 24 years. Brazil next play Haiti on 19 June and Scotland on 24 June.

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