Brazil draws 1-1 with Morocco in World Cup opener at Metlife Stadium

Brazil played to a 1-1 draw against Morocco in their opening match of the World Cup at Metlife Stadium. Ismael Saibari opened the scoring for Morocco with a lob over Alisson before Vinicius Jr equalized with a powerful strike just before halftime. Brazil struggled to maintain possession, completing only 69 passes in the final third compared to Morocco's 123. The performance was criticized, especially with Neymar absent due to injury. Brazil's next match is scheduled against Haiti, where they aim to improve on their current form.

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