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Brazil and Morocco Draw 1-1 at World Cup 2026 Opener
Brazil and Morocco played to a 1-1 draw before more than 80,000 fans at New York New Jersey Stadium. After the match, local supporters attended Game 5 of the NBA Finals, where the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90.
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Brazil and Morocco opened their World Cup 2026 campaigns with a 1-1 draw at New York New Jersey Stadium on Saturday. The match drew more than 80,000 spectators and featured two first-half goals. Ismail Saibari scored for Morocco in the 21st minute with a scooped shot. Vinicius Jr equalized for Brazil eleven minutes later.
Morocco controlled much of the possession but created few clear chances after the opening goal. Brazil increased pressure in the second half, yet neither side scored again until added time, when Morocco missed an opportunity to win. Fans from both nations traveled to the stadium by train from New York and New Jersey.
Many paid reported round-trip fares of $98. Supporters sang and played drums outside the venue before entering.
After the final whistle, thousands of spectators left to watch the conclusion of the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5, securing their first title since 1973. Supporters from both countries joined local fans in celebrating the basketball result with chants of "Let's go Knicks." Fireworks followed the Knicks victory across the region.
