The Economic Times

World Cup 2026: Brazil rallies for 1-1 draw against Morocco in its opener behind Vinicius Junior goal

Brazil and Morocco played to a 1-1 draw in a high-profile World Cup group match. Morocco took an early lead through Ismael Saibari. Vinicius Junior then scored a spectacular equalizer for Brazil. The match saw Brazil extend its unbeaten streak in World Cup openers. Neymar was absent due to injury.