Brazil World Cup 2026: Group C, Schedule, Squad & Results

Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Group C opponents, FIFA rank #5, the 1–1 draw with Morocco, Vinícius Jr and the road to the knockout stage.

Brazil at the 2026 World Cup

Brazil arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the most decorated nation in the tournament's history, with a record five world titles (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002). Drawn into Group C as a Pot 1 seed, the Seleção carry the weight of a football-mad country desperate to end a drought stretching back to 2002 — and to add a historic sixth star above the crest.

This page tracks Brazil's 2026 campaign in full: results so far, remaining group-stage fixtures, the live Group C table, the players to watch, and exactly what Brazil need to reach the knockout stage. For the tournament-wide view, see the World Cup 2026 hub.

Key Facts

DetailBrazil
GroupC
FIFA ranking#5
Seeding potPot 1 (seed)
Group opponentsScotland, Morocco, Haiti
Opening result1–1 vs Morocco (June 13)

Match Results So Far

DateMatchScore
June 13Brazil vs Morocco1–1

Brazil's campaign opened on June 13 against Morocco. Vinícius Jr found the equalizer to salvage a 1–1 draw after Brazil had fallen behind. It was a cagey start for the seed — a point earned, but the group is now wide open after Scotland's 1–0 win over Haiti on the same matchday put the Tartan Army top of Group C.

Remaining Group Stage

Brazil still have two group matches to play, with the group's balance tilting on every result:

MatchdayDateFixture
MD2June 19Brazil will face Haiti
MD3June 24Brazil will face Scotland

Brazil will face Haiti and Scotland across the final two matchdays. With Scotland already on three points, the June 24 clash with the group leaders is shaping up as the decisive fixture for top spot.

Group C Table

Standings as of June 15:

PosTeamPldWDLGFGAGDPts
1Scotland110010+13
2Morocco10101101
3Brazil10101101
4Haiti100101–10

Brazil sit third on goal difference behind Morocco, with everything still to play for across the final two matchdays.

What to Watch

  • Vinícius Jr — already off the mark against Morocco, Brazil's most dangerous weapon in transition and the focal point of every attack.
  • Rodrygo — the creative axis linking midfield and the forward line; his combination with Vinícius Jr, forged at club level, is Brazil's most reliable source of chances.
  • The Scotland showdown (June 24) — likely to decide who tops Group C and avoids a tougher Round of 32 path.

How Brazil Can Advance

Under the expanded 2026 format, the top two teams from each group reach the Round of 32 automatically, joined by the eight best third-placed teams across all 12 groups. For Brazil, the simplest path is clear: win both remaining matches against Haiti and Scotland to guarantee a top-two finish. A win and a draw may also suffice depending on other results, and even a third-placed finish could still send Brazil through as one of the best third-placed nations.

FAQ

What group is Brazil in at the 2026 World Cup?

Brazil are in Group C, alongside Scotland, Morocco and Haiti. They were drawn as the Pot 1 seed.

What was Brazil's first result at the 2026 World Cup?

Brazil drew 1–1 with Morocco on June 13, with Vinícius Jr scoring Brazil's goal.

What is Brazil's FIFA ranking at the 2026 World Cup?

Brazil are ranked #5 in the FIFA standings entering the tournament.

How can Brazil reach the knockout stage?

Brazil need to finish in the top two of Group C, or rank among the eight best third-placed teams overall, to advance to the Round of 32.

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