Brazil and Morocco prepare for FIFA World Cup opener in New Jersey
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Brazil and Morocco will face each other in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Saturday at New Jersey Stadium. Brazil's squad is dealing with injuries to key players, including Neymar and defender Wesley. Despite these challenges, they are entering the tournament in solid form, having won three of their last four friendlies. Morocco, on the other hand, comes in strong after winning the Africa Cup of Nations and remains unbeaten in their last five games. The match is set to kick off at 11 PM BST.
- •Match kicks off at 11 PM BST on June 13.
- •Neymar and Wesley ruled out for Brazil due to injuries.
- •Brazil won three of their last four friendlies.
- •Morocco won the Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year.
- •Achraf Hakimi expected to start for Morocco after recovering from injury.
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