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Brazil Draws with Morocco in World Cup 2026 Opener
Brazil equalized in the second half after Morocco took an early lead through Saibari. The match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey ended level.
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Morocco scored first through Saibari in the opening minutes of the World Cup 2026 Group C match against Brazil at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Brazil responded when Vinicius Junior scored to level the score. The match remained tied through the remainder of regulation and added time.
Morocco goalkeeper Bono made multiple saves, including stops on shots from Igor Thiago and Raphinha. Brazil made several substitutions at halftime and later in the second half. Morocco also made changes in the final 20 minutes, bringing on fresh players to maintain pressure.
Ten minutes of added time were played at the end of the match. Brazil fielded Alisson in goal and started Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, and Igor Thiago in attack. Morocco lined up with Bounou in goal and Achraf Hakimi as captain.
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