Brazil at World Cup 2026: Squad, Fixtures, Group & Predictions

Brazil arrive at FIFA World Cup 2026 carrying the weight of 24 years without a World Cup title — their last in 2002 — and the expectation that comes with being the most decorated nation in the history of the competition. Five titles. The most appearances. The most wins. And yet, since 2002, nothing.

That changes this time — or so Brazil hope.

Ranked #6 in the world by FIFA, Brazil are placed in Group C alongside Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland. On paper, they should advance comfortably. But World Cups do not play out on paper.

Brazil's Group C

Team	FIFA Rank	Confederation
Brazil	6	CONMEBOL
Morocco	8	CAF
Scotland	43	UEFA
Haiti	83	CONCACAF

Group C opens on June 13 with the biggest match of the first week: Brazil vs Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Both teams are in the top 10 in the world. Morocco are the 2022 semi-finalists who shocked the world. This is a genuine contest, not a formality.

Group C Full Fixture List

Date	Match	Venue	City
Jun 13	Brazil vs Morocco	MetLife Stadium	New York / NJ
Jun 13	Haiti vs Scotland	Gillette Stadium	Boston
Jun 19	Scotland vs Morocco	Gillette Stadium	Boston
Jun 19	Brazil vs Haiti	Lincoln Financial Field	Philadelphia
Jun 24	Morocco vs Haiti	Mercedes-Benz Stadium	Atlanta
Jun 24	Scotland vs Brazil	Hard Rock Stadium	Miami

Brazil's toughest test is the opener against Morocco. If they get through that, wins against Haiti and Scotland should follow — though Brazil's record of occasional slip-ups against lower-ranked opponents means nothing is guaranteed.

Key Players

Vinícius Júnior

The Real Madrid forward is Brazil's most dangerous attacking player and arguably one of the best players in the world. His directness, speed, and ability to beat defenders in one-on-one situations have made him the focal point of Brazil's attack. At 25, this is the World Cup he has been building toward.

Vinícius scored the winning penalty in Real Madrid's 2022 Champions League final. He is the kind of player who makes defining moments in big games.

Rodrygo

The other Real Madrid forward alongside Vinícius gives Brazil elite attacking depth from the flanks. Rodrygo is a different profile — less explosive pace, more technical creativity and positioning. The two complement each other in ways that make Brazil very difficult to defend against.

Casemiro

The defensive midfielder is the engine of Brazil's team — the player who allows the attacking talent to function by protecting the defense and dictating tempo from deep. At 34, this may be his last World Cup. He will be motivated.

Alisson Becker

The Liverpool goalkeeper remains one of the best shot-stoppers in the world. In a tournament where moments of goalkeeping excellence can change outcomes, Alisson gives Brazil security at the back that many other nations cannot match.

Marquinhos

The Paris Saint-Germain captain and Brazil's defensive leader. Organized, experienced, and capable of big-game performances. He will be tasked with containing Morocco's forwards in the opening match.

Brazil's World Cup Record

Year	Stage
2022 (Qatar)	Quarter-final (lost to Croatia on penalties)
2018 (Russia)	Quarter-final (lost to Belgium 1–2)
2014 (Brazil)	4th place (lost to Netherlands 0–3)
2010 (South Africa)	Quarter-final
2006 (Germany)	Quarter-final
2002 (South Korea/Japan)	WINNERS

The quarter-final ceiling is a persistent problem. Since 2002, Brazil have reached the last eight five times and exited each time. The 2022 loss to Croatia on penalties — with Vinícius, Neymar and Rodrygo all in the squad — was particularly painful given how well Brazil had played throughout the group stage.

How Far Can Brazil Go?

The top-half of the draw presents challenges, but Brazil have the squad depth to handle them. Here is a realistic assessment:

Group stage: Brazil should top Group C. The Morocco match on June 13 is their real test. If they win or draw that game, the rest of the group is manageable.

Round of 32 / Round of 16: Brazil's path depends on draw outcomes after the group stage. With 48 teams and 12 groups, the bracket structure creates more variables than in previous tournaments.

Quarter-final and beyond: Brazil's attack — Vinícius, Rodrygo, and whoever operates as the central striker — is capable of dismantling any defense. The question is always whether Brazil's defensive structure can hold in the high-pressure knockout moments.

Prediction: Brazil reach the semi-finals. Whether they go further depends on one game, one moment, one penalty — as it always does with this generation.

How to Watch Brazil at World Cup 2026

Brazil's games are broadcast live across multiple platforms depending on your country. Visit our watch guide to find your official broadcaster, or check our country-specific pages for streaming options wherever you are.

All of Brazil's matches are also tracked with live scores on Kickoff26 — updated in real time throughout the tournament.

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Brazil vs Morocco — June 13 — MetLife Stadium. The 2026 World Cup's first genuine blockbuster. Follow the live score right here.