Brazil plays Morocco in World Cup opener at MetLife Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 10:40 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Brazil faced Morocco in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup on June 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. Fans from across the globe gathered to witness the event, including Annamaría Morales, who traveled to support women's soccer, and Ibraheem Al Marawi, celebrating his father's birthday. Despite limited parking and no tailgating options, enthusiasm remained high among supporters. Notable attendees included Maadoune Khalied, who won tickets through a lottery and traveled with coworkers.
- •The match is the opening game of the 2026 World Cup.
- •Neymar Jr. did not play due to a strained calf.
- •Annamaría Morales supports women's soccer and walks 2026 matches.
- •Ibraheem Al Marawi attended the match for his father's 60th birthday.
- •Maadoune Khalied won tickets through a lottery and brought coworkers.
- 10:40 PMYahoo Sports — Fans from around the world crowd MetLife Stadium for World Cup opener
"Brazil played Morocco on June 13 in the first match of the 2026 World Cup hosted at MetLife Stadium. Here's what fans had to say.
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