Brazil take on Morocco this evening in a challenging curtain-raiser to open their World Cup 2026 campaign. Carlo Ancelotti leads the Selecao with the simple mandate of winning a first World Cup since 2022. The task is daunting given the strength of France, Spain, Argentina, Portugal, and England.
Match Overview
Morocco, quarter-finalists in Qatar four years ago and reigning Africa Cup of Nations champions, provide stern opposition. Despite losing the final earlier this year, they were awarded a 3-0 win after Senegal forfeited. The match takes place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Live Updates
Welcome to Standard Sport's live coverage. The Selecao open their campaign against the semi-finalists from 2022. Stay tuned for all updates, with kick-off at 11pm BST.
