Brazil Rallies for 1–1 Draw Against Morocco in Its World Cup Opener Behind Vinícius Júnior’s Goal

Brazil Rallies for 1–1 Draw Against Morocco in Its World Cup Opener Behind Vinícius Júnior’s Goal
Brazil's Vinicius Junior (7) celebrates a goal in the first half during the World Cup Group C soccer match between Brazil and Morocco in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, on June 13, 2026. Adam Hunger/AP Photo
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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.—Samba soccer this wasn’t.

Facing pressure to win its first World Cup title since 2002, five-time champion Brazil was outplayed early and needed Vinícius Júnior’s 32nd-minute goal to gain a 1–1 draw against Morocco on Saturday in a pulsating, high-profile group match.