The Brazilian national team will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup across three venues in the United States during the group stage.
FIFA confirmed the complete schedule on December 5, 2025, establishing a clear path for the team's initial campaign in North America.
First Match: Brazil vs. Morocco
The campaign begins on June 13, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Brazil faces Morocco in the tournament's opening fixture at 19:00 (Brasília time), equivalent to 18:00 local time in the eastern United States.
MetLife Stadium, with a capacity exceeding 82,000, will also host the World Cup final on July 19.
Second Match: Brazil vs. Haiti
On June 19, 2026, Brazil travels to Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia for the second group match against Haiti.
The encounter is scheduled for 22:00 (Brasília time), or 21:00 local time. This fixture represents the latest kickoff time for the team's group stage matches, occurring on a Friday evening.
Third Match: Brazil vs. Scotland
The group stage concludes on June 24, 2026, when Brazil meets Scotland at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
The match is set for 19:00 (Brasília time), consistent with the opening fixture's timing. This venue marks the southern anchor of Brazil's tournament route.
Tournament Structure and Grouping
Brazil competes in Group C alongside Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland. The 2026 tournament represents a historic expansion with 48 teams competing across 104 total matches, making it the largest World Cup ever held.
The tournament runs from June 11 through July 19, 2026, with matches distributed across 16 stadiums in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Scheduling Considerations
FIFA scheduled all matches with consideration for global audiences across different time zones, aiming to provide optimal viewing conditions for supporters worldwide while maintaining fairness for competing teams.
Brazil's matches span evening hours in the eastern United States, aligning with the federation's efforts to accommodate international broadcasting demands and fan accessibility across multiple continents.
