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Brazil Draws 1-1, Streak Extends to 21 Games

6/14/2026

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Brazil extended its World Cup opening-match unbeaten streak to 21 games after a 1-1 draw with Morocco at MetLife Stadium.
Vinícius Júnior equalised in the 32nd minute after Ismael Saibari gave Morocco the lead in the 21st minute.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti said Neymar’s calf injury will keep him out of the Morocco game and hopes he returns for Haiti, leaving Brazil and Morocco on one point each in Group C.

History

Historical Context

Brazil opened the 1994 World Cup with a 2-0 win over Russia, starting a long unbeaten run that defined its modern era. Today, under Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco at MetLife Stadium while Neymar manages a calf injury, renewing hopes of extending that historic resilience and aims to set a new record.

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Story summary

Brazil extended its World Cup opening-match unbeaten streak to 21 games after a 1-1 draw with Morocco at MetLife Stadium.
Vinícius Júnior equalised in the 32nd minute after Ismael Saibari gave Morocco the lead in the 21st minute.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti said Neymar’s calf injury will keep him out of the Morocco game and hopes he returns for Haiti, leaving Brazil and Morocco on one point each in Group C.

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