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Norway draws with Morocco, Brazil edges Egypt, Argentina wins without Messi

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 9:55 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Norway draws with Morocco, Brazil edges Egypt, Argentina wins without Messi

Summary

Nine teams played international friendlies in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 7. Morocco and Norway ended in a 1-1 draw in New Jersey, a match highlighted by Martin Ødegaard's late equalizer. Brazil secured a 2-1 victory over Egypt in Cleveland, while Argentina won 2-0 against Honduras in Texas without Lionel Messi, who did not play due to injury. Argentina will face Iceland in one final friendly before the tournament begins.

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By the Numbers

•Morocco and Norway played to a 1-1 draw in their final World Cup warm-up.
•Brazil defeated Egypt 2-1, with Brunno Guimarães and Endrick scoring.
•Argentina won 2-0 against Honduras, with Lautaro Martinez scoring from a penalty.
•Messi remained on the bench due to hamstring recovery.
•Argentina will face Iceland in one final friendly before the tournament.

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9:55 PMYahoo Sports — International friendlies round up: Ødegaard clinches Morocco draw while Messi benched for Argentina

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