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Vinícius Jr. warns opponents ahead of Brazil's World Cup opener vs Morocco

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 7:38 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Vinícius Jr. warns opponents ahead of Brazil's World Cup opener vs Morocco
Summary

Vinícius Jr. has issued a warning to other teams participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup before Brazil's match against Morocco at MetLife Stadium, scheduled for June 13 at 6:00 p.m. ET. He stated that this moment is pivotal in his career, emphasizing his preparedness and injury-free status this season. Brazil will be without Neymar for this match, increasing expectations on Vinícius, who had a standout performance in his World Cup debut in 2022. Brazil is seen as a favorite to secure a title in this tournament, and the team's success may depend on Vinícius' performance.

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  • •Brazil plays Morocco in World Cup opener on June 13.
  • •Vinícius Jr. claims he is in top physical condition.
  • •Neymar will not participate in the match against Morocco.
  • •Brazil is among favorites to win the tournament again.
  • •Vinícius scored a goal and had two assists in his 2022 World Cup debut.
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Vinícius Jr. sends a clear warning to the rest of the field ahead of Brazil's 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Morocco.

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