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World Cup Week: US, Brazil, Morocco Win in Four Cities

6/20/2026

Summary

Story summary

On Friday, June 19, 2026, four World Cup group-stage matches were hosted in Seattle, Boston, Philadelphia and San Francisco, drawing crowds.
Morocco defeated Scotland 1-0 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, keeping knockout hopes alive while coach Steve Clarke praised resilience but lamented missed penalties.
The United States beat Australia 2-0 at Lumen Field in Seattle.
Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia as Matheus Cunha, Vinícius Júnior and Lucas Paquetá each scored.

History

Historical Context

In July 1994 the United States hosted the FIFA World Cup, staging the final at Pasadena’s Rose Bowl where Brazil defeated Italy on penalties before more than 94,000 fans—the last 90,000-plus final crowd to date. That multi-city model, using nine U.S. venues, now guides the 2026 tournament’s matches in Seattle, Boston, Philadelphia and San Francisco, aiming to expand the domestic fan base.

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Story summary

On Friday, June 19, 2026, four World Cup group-stage matches were hosted in Seattle, Boston, Philadelphia and San Francisco, drawing crowds.
Morocco defeated Scotland 1-0 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, keeping knockout hopes alive while coach Steve Clarke praised resilience but lamented missed penalties.
The United States beat Australia 2-0 at Lumen Field in Seattle.
Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia as Matheus Cunha, Vinícius Júnior and Lucas Paquetá each scored.

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