Brazil 1, Morocco 1: Vinícius Júnior but Brazil held at WC by impressive Morocco

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June 13, 2026 — MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA — Vinícius Júnior but Brazil held at WC by impressive Morocco. Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute, giving five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco on Saturday.

How the match unfolded

This Group C match ended 1-1 between Brazil and Morocco in regulation on the official ESPN match center. Brazil seized early momentum when Ismael Saibari (Morocco) right footed shot from outside the box to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Brahim Díaz with a through ball following a fast break. in the 21'. The final swing came in the 32' when Vinícius Júnior (Brazil) right footed shot from the left side of the box to the top right corner. Assisted by Bruno Guimarães.. 80,663 fans were in the building at MetLife Stadium.

Key passages from the live ESPN commentary feed:

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Cards, fouls, and controversy

Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute, giving five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco on Saturday.

Bookings: 2 yellow cards were issued per the official match log.

What it means in the tournament

Brazil and Morocco split the points in Group C. In a 48-team World Cup, a draw reshapes the group table and can swing who advances as a third-place side.

What comes next

Brazil and Morocco remain in Group C with one point each and turn to their final group fixtures on the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule.

*Sources: ESPN match center, ESPN match feed, FIFA World Cup 2026. AthX covers MLB trading; this recap is for World Cup fans following the North America tournament. Information only; not financial advice.*