Brazil Prepares for Crucial Group Stage Clash Against Scotland
June 24, 2026 · Jorge Navarro
Brazil's national team prepares for a crucial World Cup match against Scotland, with Neymar returning from injury and Raphinha ruled out. The match will determine the group's top position.
Brazil’s national team was on the field on Monday afternoon in New Jersey as they geared up for a critical World Cup encounter against Scotland. Scheduled for Wednesday, this match will be pivotal in determining Brazil’s position in Group C. Neymar, who has been cleared to play after recovering from a calf injury, participated fully in the team’s training session. Alisson, meanwhile, was limited to gym work due to workload management, but his availability for the match is not a concern. Unfortunately, Raphinha will miss the game due to a thigh injury sustained against Haiti.
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The question now is how Brazil will line up for this decisive clash. Fans are encouraged to share their thoughts on the potential lineup. Previously, Brazil fielded Alisson, Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães, and Douglas Santos in defense; Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães, and Lucas Paquetá in midfield; and Raphinha, Matheus Cunha, and Vini Junior in attack. With Raphinha unavailable, coach Carlo Ancelotti may consider Luiz Henrique, Rayan, or Endrick for the right side of the attack, with Gabriel Martinelli as another option.
In Group C, Brazil aims to secure the top spot to benefit from logistical advantages in the tournament’s later stages. The group’s standings are tight, with Brazil and Morocco both on 4 points, followed by Scotland with 3 points, and Haiti already eliminated. Both final group matches will occur simultaneously at 7 p.m. Brasília time, with Brazil facing Scotland in Miami and Morocco taking on Haiti in Atlanta.
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