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- Competition: World Cup
- Date: 13th June 2026
- Kick-off: 23:00 UK / 00:00 CEST
- Venue: MetLife Stadium
Brazil begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign on Saturday in New York, and they hardly get an easy start. Morocco, one of Africa’s strongest sides, await in a fascinating Group C showdown. Under Carlo Ancelotti, the five-time world champions appear more tactically organized and balanced than in recent tournaments. Morocco, meanwhile, will once again rely on a compact defense and rapid counterattacks. After their remarkable 2022 run, few opponents are likely to underestimate the Atlas Lions. Let’s take a closer look at this heavyweight clash and where the betting value may lie.
Brazil vs Morocco Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Morocco
2 : 1
Brazil
Friendly International
This will be the fourth encounter between these two football powerhouses. While Brazil leads the historic head-to-head with two wins, Morocco claimed a stunning 2-1 victory in their most recent 2023 friendly. The stage is set for a thrilling tiebreaker.
Brazil team overview
Brazil enters this one on the back of a hard-fought 2-1 friendly victory over Egypt. The Seleção are currently riding a three-match winning streak, scoring eleven goals in that span to bounce back from an earlier defeat to France.
Carlo Ancelotti’s men still have work to do though as they managed to finish only one of their last seven encounters without conceding.
Real Madrid sensation Vinícius Júnior serves as the key man, intent on maintaining his explosive club-level goal contribution form on the grandest international stage.
However, the team must navigate this crucial opening fixture with notable squad limitations. Right-back Wesley França was forced to withdraw from the entire tournament after tearing his left thigh adductor muscle during their final warmup game.
Additionally, talisman Neymar remains a massive doubt for the opening lineup due to a bruised right calf.
Last matches of Brazil
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Brazil
6 : 2
Panama
Friendly International
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Brazil
3 : 1
Croatia
Friendly International
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Brazil
1 : 2
France
Friendly International
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Brazil
1 : 1
Tunisia
Friendly International
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Brazil
2 : 0
Senegal
Friendly International
Brazil lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Alisson Becker
Defenders
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13
Danilo
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4
Marquinhos
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3
Gabriel Magalhães
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6
Alex Sandro
Midfielders
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5
Casemiro
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8
Bruno Guimarães
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11
Raphinha
Forwards
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11
Vinícius Júnior
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20
Lucas Paquetá
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9
Matheus Cunha
Morocco team overview
Morocco enters this one on the back of a hard-fought 1-1 friendly draw against Norway. The Atlas Lions are currently boasting a 29-match unbeaten streak across all competitions, showing excellent defensive displays.
Mohamed Ouahbi’s men rely on structural resilience but face considerable pressure to replicate their legendary 2022 World Cup magic on American soil. Real Madrid playmaker Brahim Díaz stands out as their primary catalyst, fresh off scoring an early goal against Norway in their final warmup match.
However, the squad has been severely hit by unexpected selection setbacks right before the tournament opener. Winger Abde Ezzalzouli and center-back Nayef Aguerd were both officially forced to withdraw from the tournament due to injuries sustained just days ago.
Last matches of Morocco
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Morocco
1 : 1
Norway
Friendly International
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Morocco
4 : 0
Madagascar
Friendly International
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Morocco
5 : 0
Burundi
Friendly International
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Morocco
2 : 1
Paraguay
Friendly International
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Morocco
1 : 1
Ecuador
Friendly International
Morocco lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Yassine Bounou
Defenders
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2
Achraf Hakimi
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14
Issa Diop
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5
Marwane Saâdane
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3
Noussair Mazraoui
Midfielders
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4
Sofyan Amrabat
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8
Azzedine Ounahi
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10
Brahim Díaz
Forwards
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23
Bilal El Khannouss
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17
Amine Sbaï
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20
Ayoub El Kaabi
Prediction
Brazil's tactical depth makes a 2-1 victory highly likely. While Morocco carries an elite 29-match unbeaten streak, their defense is severely compromised without star center-back Nayef Aguerd. Carlo Ancelotti’s side enters on a three-match winning run, scoring 11 goals. Led by Vinícius Júnior, the Seleção will exploit Morocco's backline, while Brazil's five-match clean sheet drought ensures Morocco scores.
Three reasons we expect both teams to score
- Morocco failed to score in just one of their last 30 games.
- Brazil have not kept a clean sheet in five matches.
- Each of the last two meetings between the two sides produced three goals.
Main prediction Brazil - Morocco
Both Teams to Score
Best Odds:
Brazil vs Morocco standings in World Cup
| Group C | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Morocco | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Haiti | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Scotland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |