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- TV channel assignment between FOX broadcast network and FS1 cable has not been officially split for this fixture at time of publication. The default assumption (FOX broadcast for marquee Group C opener) is widely reported but not formally confirmed.
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Group C opener · World Cup 2026
Group C opener · World Cup 2026
Brazil vs Morocco — MetLife Stadium, June 13.
Match facts
Quick answer
Brazil plays Morocco at MetLife Stadium (FIFA: NYNJ Stadium) on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET. The match airs on FOX in English (free over the air with an HD antenna or via FOX One streaming) and on Telemundo in Spanish (free over the air or via Peacock streaming). Tickets are sold through FIFA’s official ticketing site; the MetLife Stadium event page is the authoritative source for stadium-side information.
Kickoff (three time zones)
Sat, Jun 13, 2026
Scheduled · no score shown
Match overview
This is the first Group C fixture of the 2026 World Cup. Brazil enters as a five-time champion looking to rebuild after two consecutive quarter-final exits. Morocco enters off the back of its historic 2022 World Cup semi-final run — the first African nation to reach the World Cup semi-finals — and a generation of attacking talent that has matured since. The other Group C teams are Scotland and Haiti.
Stadium & transit
MetLife sits in the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey. From Manhattan, take NJ Transit from Penn Station to Secaucus Junction and transfer to the Meadowlands Rail Line — direct shuttles run on matchday. Allow 60 to 90 minutes door-to-stadium and arrive at least two hours before kickoff for security and ticket gates. Rideshare drop-off and pickup zones move on matchday and follow a published schedule.
Tickets
FIFA controls primary ticketing for all 2026 matches via fifa.com. Any third-party platform is a secondary resale; prices, fees, and seat-quality claims vary, so verify the listing against FIFA’s official ticketing first. The MetLife Stadium event page is the authoritative source for stadium-specific access information.
Local watch points
In the New York / New Jersey host city, the official FIFA Fan Festival is the free public watch venue. CupCities has a separate New York / New Jersey city guide with neighborhoods, transit, and matchday tips at /host-cities/new-york-new-jersey.
Brazil
Brazil is the most-decorated nation in World Cup history with five titles (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002). Recent World Cups have ended in quarter-final losses (2018 to Belgium, 2022 to Croatia on penalties). The 2026 squad is being rebuilt under a new head coach and core group; the opener against Morocco is the first competitive match of that project.
Morocco
Morocco’s 2022 World Cup semi-final run was the deepest by any African nation in tournament history. The team played a disciplined, low-block, counter-attacking style that defeated Belgium, Spain, and Portugal before losing to France in the semi-final. The 2026 generation includes most of that squad’s core, plus new talents from Europe’s top five leagues.
Result
Result and match report will publish here after kickoff. Pre-match, this section stays empty — CupCities does not publish predicted scores or simulated results.
FAQ
Brazil vs Morocco: FAQs
When and where is Brazil vs Morocco at the 2026 World Cup?
Brazil plays Morocco at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET. FIFA refers to the venue as NYNJ Stadium under its neutral-naming policy.
How can I watch Brazil vs Morocco in the US?
The match airs on FOX in English and on Telemundo in Spanish. With an HD antenna and a local FOX or Telemundo affiliate in your broadcast footprint, you can watch free over the air. FOX One streams the match in English ($19.99/month, 7-day free trial); Peacock streams it in Spanish ($7.99/month).
Where can I buy tickets for Brazil vs Morocco?
FIFA controls primary ticketing for all 2026 World Cup matches at fifa.com. Any third-party platform is a secondary resale — verify the listing against FIFA’s official ticketing first. MetLife Stadium publishes its own event page for stadium-specific information.
Which group are Brazil and Morocco in?
Both teams are in Group C, along with Scotland and Haiti. Brazil vs Morocco is the group’s opening fixture on June 13. The full Group C schedule runs through June 24.
Is this a rematch of a previous World Cup fixture?
Brazil and Morocco are not regular World Cup opponents. They have met in friendlies, including a 2-1 Morocco win in 2023, but this is their first competitive meeting in a World Cup group stage.
How do I get to MetLife Stadium?
NJ Transit’s Meadowlands Rail Line is the primary public transit option, with shuttles from Secaucus Junction running on matchday. Allow 60 to 90 minutes from Manhattan and arrive at least two hours before kickoff.