New Delhi: Brazil made a strong comeback from their opening match against Morocco by beating Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia to top Group C and boost their chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The result also ended Haiti’s hopes for progress.Carlo Ancelotti’s side got off to a good start and the first goal was ruled out for offside after Raphinha found the net. Brazil continued to push and eventually won when Matheus Cunha’s shot from Vinicius Junior’s shot was saved by goalkeeper Johny Placide.Cunha struck again soon after, finishing off a fine pass from Vinicius Junior with a powerful effort. His two first-half goals marked the 10th time a Brazilian player has scored twice before halftime at a World Cup, the most by any country. According to ESPN, the last Brazilian to do so was Neymar against Cameroon in 2014.The comfortable win gave Brazil four points from two matches, moving them level with Morocco but ahead on goal difference. The five-time world champion is now in a strong position to secure a place in the Round of 32.Brazil will face Scotland in their final group game, with Haiti’s elimination from the tournament all but assured despite a strong second-half performance.
