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Quick facts: Brazil

Brazil's chances at the 2026 World Cup

For the first time in the modern era, no Brazilian on the bench: Carlo Ancelotti coaches the Seleção. That alone is a mini-revolution in a country where 'jeitinho brasileiro' trumps European discipline. But Ancelotti knows Vinícius and Rodrygo inside out from Real Madrid, and he brings something Brazil have been missing for twenty years: calm under pressure. The attack is solid — Vinícius, Raphinha, Rodrygo, Endrick, plus Neymar if fit. Defence remains the eternal question. Morocco in Group C is anything but a formality (they beat Spain in 2022). A sixth title — first since 2002 — would set everything right. Brazil are always candidates; just no longer favourites.

Brazil's 2026 World Cup schedule

The three group-stage matches for Brazil in Group C.

Group C — Brazil's opponents

Brazil face three opponents in Group C. The top two go straight through to the knockouts; the eight best third-placed teams also qualify.

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Compare Brazil with other nations

Head-to-head analyses between Brazil and the other teams in Group C, plus classic rivalries.

Brazil at the World Cup — history

Five-time world champion (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002). Only nation to play in every World Cup. Waiting for a sixth title since 2002.

Brazil's star players at the 2026 World Cup

The 6 biggest names in Brazil's squad, ranked by star score (0-100). Click for the full profile.