Brazil and Morocco are set to open their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaigns against each other on June 15 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match is highly anticipated as both teams aim to start the tournament with a win.
Brazilian winger Raphinha confirmed that the Seleção has been intensively analyzing Morocco's tactics. 'We know they are a strong team with great individual players. We are preparing well to face them,' Raphinha said in a press conference on June 12.
Morocco, who reached the semifinals in 2022, are seen as a potential dark horse. Midfielder Bruno Fernandes acknowledged the challenge, stating, 'Morocco has shown they can compete with the best. We respect them but are focused on our own game.'
Both teams have been training in the New York area ahead of the match. Brazil is favored to win, but Morocco's recent form suggests a competitive encounter.
