Brazil’s hunt for a record-extending sixth World Cup title is underway, and fans across the globe are tracking exactly where the five-time champions are playing in the United States this summer. From their opening draw at MetLife Stadium to their must-win clash in Philadelphia and a high-stakes finale in Miami, Brazil’s group-stage journey is taking the Seleção through three iconic East Coast cities. Here’s a complete, up-to-date look at where Brazil is playing in the 2026 World Cup, including venues, kickoff times, and what’s at stake.
Brazil’s Group C Stage: Where They’ve Played and Where They’re Headed
Brazil was drawn into Group C alongside Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland, and the entire group is being played across East Coast venues in the United States during June 2026. All three of Brazil’s group-stage matches are being played in the United States, with iconic host cities chosen for each fixture.
Here is the full rundown of Brazil’s group-stage matches and locations:
Match 1: Brazil vs. Morocco
- Venue: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey (New York/New Jersey Stadium)
- Date: June 13–14, 2026
- Result: Brazil 1, Morocco 1
Brazil opened its campaign against a tough Moroccan side, the 2022 semifinalists, and had to settle for a draw. Brazil’s Seleção was sluggish in the opening match against Morocco, outplayed for large stretches before escaping with a draw. Vinícius Júnior pointed to the dry MetLife Stadium pitch as a factor that disrupted Brazil’s usual rhythm.
Match 2: Brazil vs. Haiti
- Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Date: June 19–20, 2026 (kickoff 7:30 p.m. ET on June 19 in the US; early morning June 20 for international viewers)
- Status: This is Brazil’s second group match, played in Philadelphia
This fixture marks a historic meeting, as it is the first time Brazil has faced Haiti at a World Cup in 52 years. Brazil entered this match needing a response after the Morocco draw left them sitting a point behind surprise group leaders Scotland. Haiti, fresh off a narrow 1-0 loss to Scotland in their opener, arrived as heavy underdogs looking to defend deep and frustrate a Brazil side that looked unusually blunt in its first game. Brazil were missing a familiar face once again, as Neymar stayed behind at the team’s base camp in New Jersey to continue his rehabilitation rather than travel to Philadelphia.
Match 3: Scotland vs. Brazil
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida
- Date: June 24, 2026
- Kickoff: 6:00 p.m. ET / 3:00 p.m. PT
Brazil closes out Group C against Scotland, who are back at a World Cup for the first time since 1998. This is a familiar matchup historically, as Brazil and Scotland have met four times at World Cups, all in the group stage, with Brazil never having lost to Scotland in any of those encounters.
Group C at a Glance
Brazil’s group is one of the more closely-watched pools of the tournament because of the contrast in styles and history between all four teams.
Group C Lineup:
- Brazil
- Morocco
- Haiti
- Scotland
Group C consists of Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland, with all three of Brazil’s matches scheduled entirely within June, across three different East Coast stadiums.
Where Does Brazil Go If They Advance?
Brazil’s path beyond the group stage depends heavily on how they finish in Group C. According to early projections, a group win would send Brazil to Houston for their Round of 32 match at 1:00 p.m. ET, while finishing as runner-up would send them to Monterrey, Mexico, for a 9:00 p.m. ET kickoff. The Round of 32 fixtures for Group C teams are scheduled for Monday, June 29.
If Brazil continues deep into the tournament, the road ultimately leads to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, which will host the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026 — the same venue where Brazil opened their tournament against Morocco.
Why Brazil’s Venues Matter This Tournament
Unlike past World Cups, the 2026 tournament is spread across three host nations — the United States, Mexico, and Canada — with matches played across 16 host cities total. Brazil being grouped entirely within United States venues for the group stage means less cross-border travel during the opening phase, though that could change quickly depending on their group finish and subsequent knockout-round draw.
For fans planning to watch in person or simply tracking along from home, the three confirmed group-stage venues are:
- MetLife Stadium – East Rutherford, New Jersey (vs. Morocco)
- Lincoln Financial Field – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (vs. Haiti)
- Hard Rock Stadium – Miami Gardens, Florida (vs. Scotland)
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Current FIFA World Cup 2026 group standings show co-hosts Mexico and the United States leading Groups A and D with six points each after two matches, while Canada tops Group B and Morocco narrowly leads Group C ahead of Brazil on goal difference. Germany, Sweden, Norway, Argentina, Colombia, and England are among the other group leaders as the tournament’s expanded 48-team format heads toward the final round of group-stage matches. The top two teams from each of the 12 groups, plus the eight best third-placed teams, will advance to the Round of 32.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Brazil playing in the World Cup 2026? Brazil is playing its Group C matches at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey (vs. Morocco), Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia (vs. Haiti), and Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens (vs. Scotland).
What group is Brazil in for the 2026 World Cup? Brazil is in Group C alongside Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland.
Has Brazil won any matches so far? Brazil opened the tournament with a 1-1 draw against Morocco before facing Haiti in Philadelphia.
When does Brazil play Scotland? Brazil closes out the group stage against Scotland on June 24, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Where would Brazil play in the Round of 32? If Brazil wins Group C, they would head to Houston; if they finish as runner-up, they would play in Monterrey, Mexico.
Where is the 2026 World Cup Final being played? The World Cup Final is scheduled for July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Stick with us for live updates after every Brazil match, including venue changes, scorelines, and what their results mean for the knockout stage — drop your predictions in the comments below!