Five-time champions Brazil were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Morocco in their opening Group C match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both sides sharing the points in a closely contested encounter.
Morocco took the lead through Ismael Saibari before Vinicius Junior restored parity for the South Americans to ensure the spoils were shared. The result leaves both teams with one point and sets up an intriguing battle for qualification from the group.
In Group D, Australia kicked off their campaign in impressive fashion with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Turkey.
The Socceroos produced a disciplined display as goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe secured maximum points and boosted their hopes of reaching the knockout stage.
Australia’s victory placed them level on points with the United States at the top of Group D, while Turkey will be seeking a response in their next outing.
The results marked another exciting chapter in the 2026 FIFA World Cup as teams continue their quest for a place in the round of 16.
