Brazil‘s convincing 3-0 victory over Haiti saw Selecao temporarily move to the top of Group C on goal difference ahead of Morocco. Matheus Cunha’s brace and Vinicius Junior’s goal gave Carlo Ancelotti’s side a crucial three points heading into the final matchday.
For Haiti, however, the defeat officially ended their World Cup journey. Under the new head-to-head rules used at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, two consecutive defeats mean the Concacaf side can no longer qualify, including through the best third-placed route.
Morocco Joint Top After Beating Scotland
Elsewhere, Morocco boosted their knockout hopes by edging Scotland 1-0. The Atlas Lions now sit second in Group C with four points, level with Brazil but behind on goal difference. Scotland, meanwhile, remain in the hunt and could still qualify as one of the tournament’s best third-placed teams.
The final round of Group C fixtures promises plenty of drama. Brazil will face Scotland in a decisive encounter, while Morocco take on an already-eliminated Haiti side that now has nothing left to play for except pride.
Group C Results Recap
Matchday 1
- Morocco 1-1 Brazil
- Scotland 1-0 Haiti
Matchday 2
- Brazil 3-0 Haiti
- Morocco 1-0 Scotland
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brazil | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 4 |
| 2 | Morocco | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| 3 | Scotland | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 | Haiti | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 0 |
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Qualification Outlook
- Brazil: A draw against Scotland would guarantee qualification, while a win would secure top spot in Group C.
- Morocco: The Atlas Lions know that victory over Haiti would seal their place in the knockout stage and could even send them through as group winners.
- Scotland: The Tartan Army still control their own destiny to an extent. Beating Brazil guarantees progression, while a draw could be enough to advance as one of the best third-placed teams.
- Haiti: Already eliminated, the Grenadiers will aim to end their World Cup campaign with pride against Morocco.
