Vinicius Junior scores twice as Brazil advances in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 in Miami on June 25, with Vinicius Junior scoring a brace to propel the team into the last 32 as Group C winners. Matheus Cunha added another goal for Brazil, and the team showcased improved rhythm compared to earlier matches. Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised Vinicius for his performance, which includes four goals in the tournament so far, tying him with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland in the golden boot race. Neymar made his return to the team with a late appearance. Brazil will face their next opponent on Monday in Houston.
- •Vinicius scored twice in Brazil's 3-0 win over Scotland.
- •Matheus Cunha netted the third goal for Brazil.
- •Neymar returned to action for Brazil after an absence.
- •Brazil advances as Group C winners with four points.
- •Next match for Brazil is on June 29 in Houston.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Ancelotti hails Vinicius as Brazil march on at World Cup
"Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti hailed Vinicius Junior as "one of the best players in the world" after the Real Madrid forward continued his excellent World Cup form with a brace in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Scotland.He is one of the best players in the world," added Ancelotti, who managed the forward for four years at Real Madrid.
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