The clash between Morocco and Brazil ended in a 1-1 draw, with goals from Saibari and Vinícius Jr. in the first half being the only positives both sides could take from the game.
Carlo Ancelotti looked unhappy after the final whistle, as his side opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a draw.
Brazil looked shaky in the early stages and couldn’t quite settle, as Morocco struck through a quick transitional move that led to a brilliant finish from PSV striker Saibari in the 21st minute.
Vinícius Jr. responded with a brilliant one-two with Bruno Guimarães, followed by a superb finish from the Real Madrid winger in the 32nd minute — one that could be in contention for goal of the tournament.
The statistics of the game spoke fairly with the result, as both sides had their moments and shared the points.
Brazil will have some midfield questions to answer, with several key figures failing to produce the expected output — Raphinha included.
A player on everyone’s lips is 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, who ran the show for Morocco on his World Cup debut, controlling and dictating play throughout.
Both sides will now have to wait for their first win of the tournament.
