Brazil beats Panama 6-2 in World Cup warm-up match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:16 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Brazil's national soccer team defeated Panama 6-2 in a friendly match at the Maracanã on June 1, 2026. Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised the win as a significant confidence boost ahead of their trip to the United States for the World Cup. Brazil led 2-1 at halftime, thanks to goals from Vinicius Jr. and Casemiro. Ancelotti noted improvements in the second half, highlighting the competitiveness within the squad while acknowledging they need to improve on certain aspects of their play. Brazil will depart for New Jersey for the World Cup after this match.
- •Brazil scores six goals in a friendly against Panama.
- •Match held at Maracanã with over 72,000 fans present.
- •Ancelotti highlights team's commitment and areas for improvement.
- •Brazil scored four goals in the second half.
- •Team travels to the United States for the World Cup following the match.
- 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — Ancelotti revels in thrashing of Panama: “A huge confidence boost”
"Coach Carlo Ancelotti described the 6-2 rout of Panama as a “tremendous injection of confidence” on the eve of the trip to the United States for the World Cup. More than 72,000 people filled the M...
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