Brazil boosts World Cup hopes with win over Haiti as tests loom
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:51 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Brazil secured a 3-0 victory against Haiti in Philadelphia on June 20, moving closer to the knockout stage of the World Cup. The performance marked a significant improvement after a disappointing 1-1 draw with Morocco. Matheus Cunha scored two goals, while Vinicius Junior also contributed to the scoreline. Brazil's defense held firm, keeping a clean sheet for the first time in seven matches. Coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed satisfaction with the team’s progress, but acknowledged tougher challenges lie ahead, particularly against Scotland in their upcoming group fixture.
- •Brazil leads Group C with the win over Haiti.
- •Cunha scores twice; Vinicius Junior adds a goal.
- •Brazil keeps a clean sheet for the first time in seven games.
- •Next match against Scotland will determine group standings.
- •Concerns exist over Raphinha's fitness after injury.
- 5:51 PMYahoo Sports — Brazil turn corner but tougher World Cup tests await
"Brazil eased the immediate pressure but remain some way from the finished article at the World Cup after closing in on a place in the last 32 with an improved performance against Haiti.The victory over Haiti also delivered another boost to Brazil as they kept a clean sheet for the first time in seven games despite easing off in the second half.
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