Brazil star Matheus Cunha is set for his World Cup appearance after being named in Brazil’s 26-man squad by Carlo Ancelotti, and he recently completed his first full Premier League season with Manchester United following a £62.5m move from Wolves in 2025. Cunha could face United teammate Casemiro in North America as Brazil compete in Group C, which includes Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland, with Morocco as an opening opponent.
In the lead-up to the World Cup, Noussair Mazraoui discussed facing Cunha if the pair line up on opposite flanks, describing a competitive 1v1 dynamic. Mazraoui also shared high expectations for Morocco, highlighting the team’s strengthened position and desire to maintain performance levels from the past four to five years. Brazil and Morocco’s Group C opener is scheduled for June 13 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Key takeaways:
– Cunha’s World Cup debut for Brazil follows his strong Premier League first season with Manchester United.
– Potential Brazil vs. Morocco clash could feature Cunha vs. Mazraoui on the wings.
– Morocco, under Mazraoui’s leadership, enter the tournament with elevated expectations after a successful recent spell.
