Brazil World Cup 2026 Hub: Schedule, Predicted Line-Up, Odds

Group C favourites under Carlo Ancelotti. Squad, fixtures, predicted XI, Oddschecker markets, tactics and form.

Brazil arrive as clear Group C favourites and genuine tournament contenders, now under the management of Carlo Ancelotti in his first international job. The five-time winners are chasing a sixth title and a first World Cup final since they last lifted the trophy in 2002, with Vinicius Junior the headline name in a star-studded attack.

 

 

Who are Brazil and who is in the squad?

Carlo Ancelotti, the most successful manager in Champions League history, took the Brazil job in 2025 and built his squad around fitness and form, saying he would only call up players who are physically ready. His recent Real Madrid connection means several players already know his methods.

The biggest call was Neymar, the 34 year old all-time record scorer, who made the final 26 despite injury concerns. Vinicius Junior leads the attack, supported by Raphinha, who top scored in qualifying with five goals, plus Bruno Guimaraes and Casemiro in midfield and Marquinhos and Alisson anchoring the spine. Thiago Silva, Joao Pedro, Richarlison, Gabriel Jesus, Savinho and Estevao all missed out.

Brazil’s confirmed squad

Goalkeepers

• Alisson plus two further goalkeepers (confirm against the CBF list)

Defenders

• Marquinhos, Bremer, Gabriel Magalhaes, Danilo, Alex Sandro, Douglas Santos, Ibanez, Leo Pereira, Wesley

Midfielders

• Bruno Guimaraes, Casemiro, Lucas Paqueta, Fabinho, Danilo Santos

Forwards

• Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, Neymar, Matheus Cunha, Endrick, Gabriel Martinelli, Igor Thiago, Luiz Henrique, Rayan

Outfield names and the front line are well sourced; the three goalkeepers were not cleanly confirmed in reporting, so verify the goalkeeping trio against the official CBF squad list before publishing.

What is Brazil’s group and fixture schedule?

Brazil are in Group C with 2022 semi-finalists Morocco, Scotland and Haiti. The top two from each group, plus the eight best third placed teams, reach the Round of 32.

They open against Morocco on 13 June, a match that could decide top spot, before facing Haiti and finishing against Scotland in Miami. If Brazil avoid defeat to Morocco, games against Haiti and Scotland should give them a strong route to winning the group.

Date (UK)	Fixture	Venue
Sat 13 June, 11pm	Brazil v Morocco	MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
Sun 14 June, 2am	Haiti v Scotland	Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Fri 19 June, 11pm	Scotland v Morocco	Gillette Stadium, Foxborough
Sat 20 June, 1:30am	Brazil v Haiti	Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Wed 24 June, 11pm	Morocco v Haiti	Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Wed 24 June, 11pm	Scotland v Brazil	Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens

 

What is Brazil’s predicted line up?

Ancelotti sets up in a 4-3-3 built to get the best from his wide forwards. Vinicius Junior and Raphinha are expected to be the starting wingers, with a midfield axis of Bruno Guimaraes and Casemiro, Marquinhos marshalling the defence and Alisson in goal. The number nine role is contested between Matheus Cunha, Endrick and Igor Thiago.

Predicted XI (4-3-3):

Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhaes, Alex Sandro; Bruno Guimaraes, Casemiro, Paqueta; Raphinha, Matheus Cunha, Vinicius Junior

This is a prediction, not a confirmed team sheet. Ancelotti has exceptional attacking depth, and the striker spot in particular is open, with Endrick, Igor Thiago and a fit Neymar all in the conversation.

 

Brazil One to Watch – Endrick

At just 19, Endrick arrives at the World Cup as one of football’s most exciting young talents and a player many believe could become Brazil’s next superstar. The forward has already lived up to much of the hype that surrounded him at Palmeiras, combining explosive athleticism, sharp finishing and a fearless mentality that has marked him out since childhood.

Former coaches often speak of Endrick’s natural leadership and competitive edge, recalling how he would take responsibility in matches even at a very young age. His goalscoring record throughout the youth ranks was remarkable, with one tournament haul of 16 goals in four games helping accelerate his rise through the Brazilian football system.

What separates Endrick from many young forwards is not only his finishing ability but also his determination to influence games. Comfortable carrying the weight of expectation, he has shown a maturity beyond his years and already looks capable of performing on the biggest stages. With Brazil once again among the favourites, the World Cup could provide the perfect platform for Endrick to announce himself to a global audience and take another step towards becoming the Seleção’s next great attacking leader.

Brazil Tournament Odds

The headline Oddschecker markets for Brazil are below. Match by match anytime goalscorer and clean sheet prices are listed on the individual Oddschecker fixture pages and move right up to kick off, so pull the live prices from there at upload.

Oddschecker market	Selection	Price
To win Group C	Brazil	1/4
To win the tournament	Brazil	10/1
Top team goalscorer	Raphinha	3/1
Tournament goals scored	Over 10.5	4/6
Stage of elimination	Winner	10/1

 

Raphinha is the scorer focus and favourite in Brazil’s top team goalscorer market at 3/1, having finished top scorer in CONMEBOL qualifying. For individual matches, anytime goalscorer prices for Raphinha and Vinicius Junior, plus Brazil’s clean sheet prices, are on the Oddschecker fixture pages.

Brazil’s full stage of elimination ladder runs from Round of 32 at 5/2 out to winner at 10/1. As heavy favourites against Haiti and Scotland, their clean sheet prices will be short, so confirm the live match by match prices on Oddschecker before publishing.

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How will Brazil play? Style and tactics

Ancelotti’s Brazil are built to unleash elite individual quality in a 4-3-3, with Vinicius Junior and Raphinha stretching defences from wide and the midfield trio balancing control and progression through Bruno Guimaraes and Casemiro.

The manager has spoken about taking the weight of responsibility off Vinicius so he can play with freedom. With so many attacking options, Brazil can change games from the bench, and their ceiling is as high as any side in the tournament if Ancelotti gets the balance right.

What is Brazil’s recent form?

Brazil came through CONMEBOL qualifying under Ancelotti, with Vinicius Junior scoring the goal against Paraguay that sealed their place. Raphinha was the standout, top scoring in qualifying with five goals.

In a March 2026 warm-up they beat Croatia 3-1, with Gabriel Martinelli among the scorers, a rematch of the 2022 quarter-final that had knocked Brazil out. They carry a 24 year wait for a sixth title into the tournament.

Brazil World Cup 2026: frequently asked questions

Who is the Brazil manager?

Carlo Ancelotti, the former Real Madrid boss and most successful manager in Champions League history, in his first international job.

Is Neymar in the Brazil squad?

Yes. The 34 year old all-time record scorer made Ancelotti’s final 26 despite injury concerns.

When is Brazil’s first match?

Saturday 13 June 2026 against Morocco at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, 11pm UK time.

Who is Brazil’s star player?

Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid, the 2024 FIFA Best Men’s Player, who leads the attack from the left.

When did Brazil last win the World Cup?

2002. They are chasing a record sixth title and a first final since that win.

 

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