Brazil draws with Morocco at World Cup, Thiago struggles as Endrick is sidelined
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Brazil opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a disappointing 1-1 draw against Morocco at MetLife Stadium. Despite expectations of a strong performance, Brazil faced challenges in attack, with striker Igor Thiago failing to capitalize on opportunities. Morocco controlled much of the match, forcing turnovers and limiting Brazil’s attacking plays. Calls for 19-year-old forward Endrick to be substituted for Thiago grew louder as Brazil struggled. Head coach Carlo Ancelotti did not address why Endrick was not used during the match, citing team performance instead.
- •Brazil draws 1-1 against Morocco in World Cup opener
- •Igor Thiago has limited impact, managing only 16 touches
- •Vinicius Jr. scores Brazil's goal but struggles overall
- •Calls for Endrick to replace Thiago grow after match
- •Ancelotti deflects questions about player decisions
- 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Why did Igor Thiago start for Brazil? Forward disappoints as calls for Endrick grow louder at World Cup
"One big issue for Brazil in their World Cup opener was a lack of attacking threat, as striker Igor Thiago was a black hole up front, leading to Morocco keying on Vinicius Jr in their 1-1 draw.
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