Brazil, Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti Headline World Cup Group C

Five-time champion Brazil faces African powerhouse Morocco in a group that also includes two World Cup returnees, Scotland and Haiti.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:10pm

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting in a Cubist style, with sharp geometric planes in the colors of Brazil and Morocco's soccer uniforms, dynamically capturing the energy and action of a match between the two teams.The bold, geometric style captures the intensity and drama of the highly anticipated World Cup clash between soccer powerhouses Brazil and Morocco.Boston Today

The 2026 World Cup in the United States will feature a compelling Group C matchup between five-time champion Brazil and African powerhouse Morocco. The group also includes Scotland and Haiti, two teams making their long-awaited returns to the global tournament.

Why it matters

This group promises high-stakes drama, with Brazil seeking to reclaim its place atop the soccer world and Morocco looking to build on its historic 2022 quarterfinal run. Meanwhile, Scotland and Haiti will be eager to make their mark after lengthy World Cup absences.

The details

Brazil, the most successful nation in World Cup history, will be led by stars like Vinícius Júnior and Raphinha as they aim to bounce back from recent underperformance. Morocco, the surprise semifinalist in 2022, has a new coach in Mohamed Ouahbi after a chaotic end to its Africa Cup of Nations campaign. Scotland returns to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, while Haiti makes its second appearance, the first since 1974.

  • The 2026 World Cup will be held in the United States.
  • Brazil's matches in Group C will take place in New York, Philadelphia, and Miami.
  • Scotland and Morocco will face off in Boston, while Haiti and Morocco will play in Atlanta.

The players

Brazil

The most successful nation in World Cup history, Brazil last won the title in 2002 and is seeking to reclaim its place atop the global game.

Morocco

The African powerhouse finished a historic fourth at the 2022 World Cup and will look to build on that success under new coach Mohamed Ouahbi.

Scotland

The Scots are returning to the World Cup for the first time since 1998, led by coach Steve Clarke who has guided them to three major tournaments.

Haiti

Making its second World Cup appearance and first since 1974, Haiti will be led by 32-year-old striker Duckens Nazon, the joint-top scorer in CONCACAF qualifying.

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What they’re saying

“Brazil, the most successful nation in World Cup history, last won the title in 2002.”

— TALES AZZONI, Author

“Morocco finished fourth at the last World Cup — the best result ever by an African team.”

— TALES AZZONI, Author

What’s next

The draw for the 2026 World Cup groups will take place in the coming months, determining the full schedule for Group C and the other groups.

The takeaway

This Group C matchup promises high drama and intrigue, with Brazil and Morocco as the favorites but Scotland and Haiti eager to make their mark on the global stage after long absences. The 2026 World Cup in the United States is shaping up to be an exciting tournament.