Brazil and Morocco kicked off Group C of the 2026 World Cup with an intense 1-1 draw. It was a major attraction in the 2026 World Cup fixture list seeing Brazil and Morocco kick off Group C. The match did not disappoint, ending in a 1-1 draw in an entertaining afternoon. In the first half, Morocco were clearly the better side, putting in a strong performance, pressing Brazil high and showing excellent control of possession. A through ball to Ismael Saibari put them ahead. However, Brazil responded with a great goal from Vinícius Júnior, who cut inside and finished clinically. The second half had much less action, with both teams lowering the tempo. Morocco kept control of the ball, while Brazil stayed ready to counterattack. Albeit the tension remained, there were few clear chances, and the match stayed level until the end.