Vinicius Jr's Goal Secures Brazil's 1-1 Draw with Morocco
Vinicius Jr's 32nd-minute strike earned Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, showcasing his impact. Morocco took the lead early, with Ismael Saibari finding the net in the 21st minute.
Brazil responded by dominating possession in midfield and Vinicius linked up with Bruno Guimarães on the left flank. His dribble created space before he curled a right‑footed shot past Yassine Bounou for the equaliser.
Both sides generated chances in the remaining minutes, but defensive solidity kept the score at 1‑1.
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