Brazil defeated Egypt 2-1 on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio, in their final friendly match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which runs from June 11 to July 19. The match was played without star forward Neymar, who was sidelined due to injury.
Defensive errors led to both of Brazil's goals. The first came in the 12th minute when an Egyptian defender misplayed a back pass, allowing Brazilian striker Richarlison to intercept and score. The second goal occurred in the 38th minute after a poor clearance by the Egyptian goalkeeper, which was volleyed in by Vinícius Júnior.
Egypt pulled one back in the 65th minute through a penalty converted by Mohamed Salah after a handball in the box by Brazilian defender Marquinhos. Despite late pressure from Egypt, Brazil held on for the win.
Brazil's starting lineup included Alisson in goal, with a defense of Danilo, Marquinhos, Thiago Silva, and Alex Sandro. The midfield featured Casemiro and Lucas Paquetá, while the attack was led by Richarlison, Vinícius Júnior, and Raphinha. Egypt started with Mohamed El Shenawy in goal, a defense of Mohamed Hany, Mahmoud Hamdy, Ali Gabr, and Ahmed Fathi, with a midfield of Mohamed Elneny, Tarek Hamed, and Amr Warda, and a forward line of Mohamed Salah, Mostafa Mohamed, and Mahmoud Trezeguet.
