Brazil seeks World Cup redemption as Neymar returns for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Brazil begins its 2026 World Cup campaign against Morocco on June 13 in New Jersey. The team aims to end a 22-year title drought, with manager Carlo Ancelotti leading his first World Cup. Neymar returns to the squad despite injury concerns, joining veteran players like Casemiro and Marquinhos. Brazil has been consistently strong in group stages but faces a tough opening match against the African Cup of Nations champions. Following the match against Morocco, Brazil will play Haiti and Scotland in the group stage.
- •Brazil aims to end a 22-year World Cup title drought.
- •Carlo Ancelotti makes his World Cup managerial debut.
- •Neymar returns to the squad after an injury-laden year.
- •Brazil's group includes Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland.
- •The tournament begins June 13 in New Jersey.
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"James McClairFive-time winners Brazil will be aiming to end their 22-year wait for a World Cup title when they begin their 2026 campaign against Morocco in New Jersey.Since getting their hands on the ...
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