Brazil vs Morocco

Brazil and Morocco played out a tense 1-1 draw in their Group C opener at MetLife Stadium, with Alisson Becker's late double save proving the decisive moment that kept the five-time champions level. Morocco broke the deadlock in the 20th minute when Ismael Saibari fired home from outside the box after Brahim Díaz slipped him through on a sharp counterattack. Brazil hit back in the 31st minute through Vinícius Júnior, who curled a precise finish into the top corner after a smart pass from Bruno Guimarães. Both Casemiro and Roger Ibañez picked up yellow cards in the first half and were withdrawn at the break, reshaping Brazil's midfield for the second half. The result carries historic weight for Morocco — their first ever goal and point against a South American side at a World Cup. For Brazil, the unbeaten opening-match record stretches to 21 tournaments, but Carlo Ancelotti's side will need sharper attacking edge as Group C unfolds.