Brazil delivered a commanding performance in Miami, defeating Scotland 3-0 to finish top of Group C at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A first-half brace from Vinicius Jr and a second-half goal from Matheus Cunha secured a comfortable victory for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, who dominated proceedings from start to finish.
Scotland struggled to cope with Brazil’s high press and paid the price for costly defensive errors. Vinicius opened the scoring in the sixth minute after capitalising on a mistake by Scott McKenna before doubling Brazil’s lead just before half-time with a header following another defensive lapse. Cunha added a third in the 60th minute after excellent work from Bruno Guimaraes.
Gold 101.3 FM UAE, the UAE’s No. 1 radio station, brings you the latest from the FIFA World Cup, where Brazil’s impressive display highlighted a team finding form at the perfect time ahead of the knockout stages.
The match also saw 19-year-old Rayan become the first Brazilian teenager to start a World Cup match since 1970, while the biggest cheer of the night came in the 75th minute when Neymar made his first appearance for Brazil in three years. Although the veteran forward showed signs of lacking full match fitness, his return was warmly welcomed by fans.
The victory means Brazil advance as Group C winners and are on course for a Round of 32 clash with the runners-up from Group F. Scotland, meanwhile, must wait for the remaining group-stage results to determine whether they progress as one of the tournament’s best third-placed teams, with their qualification hopes no longer entirely in their own hands.
