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Brazil Defeats Haiti 3-0 in Philly, Record Crowd

6/20/2026

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Summary

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Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 in the match at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on June 19, 2026.
Brazil’s goals came from Matheus Cunha (23rd, 36th minutes) and Vinícius Júnior (later in the half).
The match drew 68,324 spectators, the largest attendance among the day’s World Cup games.
Philadelphia’s Haitian community hosted watch parties, including at Gou Restaurant in Olney, and praised the visibility of their culture after Haiti’s elimination.

History

Historical Context

In 1994 the United States hosted its first FIFA World Cup, culminating in Brazil’s victory over Italy at the Rose Bowl before more than 94,000 spectators, the tournament’s record crowd. The 2026 group-stage win by Brazil over Haiti in Philadelphia echoes that early showcase, illustrating how U.S. World Cups repeatedly amplify Brazil’s global brand and draw large, diverse audiences.

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Story summary

Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 in the match at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on June 19, 2026.
Brazil’s goals came from Matheus Cunha (23rd, 36th minutes) and Vinícius Júnior (later in the half).
The match drew 68,324 spectators, the largest attendance among the day’s World Cup games.
Philadelphia’s Haitian community hosted watch parties, including at Gou Restaurant in Olney, and praised the visibility of their culture after Haiti’s elimination.

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