Vinicius scores equalizer for Brazil against Morocco in World Cup opener
Al Jazeera English • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 12:22 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Brazil played to a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their World Cup opener on June 14 in New Jersey. Ismael Saibari opened the scoring for Morocco in the 21st minute, but Vinicius Junior equalized for Brazil just 11 minutes later with a powerful shot. The match highlighted Brazil's struggle to find form, particularly with key player Neymar absent due to injury. Carlo Ancelotti's squad seeks to improve ahead of their next match against Haiti, while Morocco will face Scotland.
- •Vinicius scored a crucial equalizer in the 32nd minute.
- •Saibari gave Morocco the lead in the first half.
- •Neymar missed the match due to a calf injury.
- •Brazil faced pressure from Morocco throughout the game.
- •Brazil's next match is against Haiti.
- 12:27 AMAl Jazeera English — Vinicius drags low-key Brazil level against dominant Morocco at World Cup - Al Jazeera
- 12:22 AMYahoo Sports — Vinicius drags low-key Brazil level against dominant Morocco at World Cup
"Vinicius Jr individual effort lift Brazil’s struggle in team’s 2026 tournament opener against Africa champions Morocco.
"Vinicius individual efforts lifts Brazil’s struggle in teams’ 2026 tournament opener against Africa champions Morocco.
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External links- Al Jazeera EnglishJun 14, 2026, 12:27 AMVinicius drags low-key Brazil level against dominant Morocco at World Cup - Al Jazeera
Vinicius Jr individual effort lift Brazil’s struggle in team’s 2026 tournament opener against Africa champions Morocco.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 12:22 AMVinicius drags low-key Brazil level against dominant Morocco at World Cup
Vinicius individual efforts lifts Brazil’s struggle in teams’ 2026 tournament opener against Africa champions Morocco.
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