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Brazil and Morocco play to 1-1 draw as World Cup kicks off

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:04 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Brazil and Morocco play to 1-1 draw as World Cup kicks off

Summary

The 2026 FIFA World Cup commenced in New Jersey with Brazil and Morocco battling to a 1-1 draw. Morocco's Ismael Saibari opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, chipping a goal over Brazil's Alisson Becker. Vinicius Junior equalized for Brazil ten minutes later. The match featured over 82,000 fans and showcased Morocco's continued resilience as tournament contenders. Meanwhile, in Foxborough, Scotland defeated Haiti 1-0, marking their first World Cup win since 1990, thanks to a goal from John McGinn. Canada also drew with Bosnia and Herzegovina 1-1, with Cyle Larin scoring for Canada. The U.S. men’s national team secured a decisive 4-1 victory against Paraguay in their opener.

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By the Numbers

•Morocco and Brazil play to a 1-1 draw in New Jersey.
•Ismael Saibari scores for Morocco, followed by Vinicius Junior equalizing.
•Scotland earns first World Cup win since 1990 against Haiti.
•Canada draws with Bosnia and Herzegovina 1-1, Larin scores.
•USMNT opens with a 4-1 win over Paraguay.

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6:04 PMYahoo Sports — Local World Cup Roundup: Games off to auspicious start in Northeast as Morocco, Scotland impress

What they're saying

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It was an auspicious start to the World Cup in Connecticut’s backyard, as thousands and thousands of fans streamed in from all angles on a steamy Saturday in New Jersey. Brazil and Morocco met in one of the tournament’s most-anticipated early clashes, and the game lived up to the billing in a well-played– if cautious 1-1 draw. The stadium, packed to the brim with more than 82,000 fans, ...
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