Brazil 2026 World Cup: Group, fixtures & Squad
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Five-time world champions Brazil national football team are heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup with massive expectations once again as the Selecao prepare for another quest for global glory across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Following the confirmation of their final squad for the tournament, Brazil will now shift full focus towards navigating a competitive group stage and building momentum ahead of the knockout rounds. Packed with established stars, rising talents, and experienced internationals, the South American giants once again arrive as one of the favourites to win the trophy.
One of the major talking points surrounding Brazil’s squad announcement was the omission of veteran defender Thiago Silva, while forward Joao Pedro also failed to make the final list. Despite those notable absences, Brazil still possess one of the strongest squads at the tournament and remain among the leading contenders for the title.
Brazil’s 2026 FIFA World Cup Group
Brazil have been drawn into a competitive group that is expected to test their consistency and squad depth from the opening round of fixtures. The Selecao will be aiming to finish top of the group to secure a more favourable route into the knockout stages.
Position
Team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
1
Brazil
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
Morocco
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
3
Haiti
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
4
Scotland
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Brazil’s Group Stage Fixtures
Brazil vs Morocco — Saturday, June 13, 2026
Brazil vs Haiti — Friday, June 19, 2026
Brazil vs Scotland — Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The clash against Morocco national football team is already generating excitement, with many expecting it to be one of Brazil’s toughest tests in the group stage.
Brazil 2026 World Cup Squad
Goalkeepers
Alisson Becker (Liverpool)
Ederson (Fenerbahce)
Weverton (Gremio)
Defenders
Alex Sandro
Danilo
Leo Pereira (Flamengo)
Bremer (Juventus)
Ibanez (Al-Ahli)
Wesley França (Roma)
Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain)
Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal)
Douglas Santos (Zenit St. Petersburg)
Midfielders
Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle United)
Casemiro (Manchester United)
Danilo Barbosa (Botafogo)
Fabinho (Al-Ittihad)
Lucas Paquetá (Flamengo)
Forwards
Endrick (Lyon)
Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal)
Igor Thiago (Brentford)
Matheus Cunha (Manchester United)
Raphinha (Barcelona)
Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)
Luiz Henrique (Zenit St. Petersburg)
Neymar (Santos)
Rayan (Bournemouth)
With a blend of elite experience and exciting young talent, Brazil head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup determined to reclaim the trophy and further cement their legacy as the most successful nation in football history.
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