Rome, June 14 (LaPresse) – Brazil, and Carlo Ancelotti on the South American side's bench, began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a draw against Morocco. The match ended 1-1 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, near New York. Ismael Saibari scored the opening goal in the 22nd minute; the equaliser came less than 10 minutes later, scored by Vinicius Junior.