Brazil goes in search of its first win at the 2026 World Cup against Haiti in Friday’s second clash of Group C. This is a classic case of David vs. Goliath. Five-time champion Brazil is fifth in FIFA’s world rankings, Haiti sits in a lowly 85th.

Two long World Cup droughts will end as Haiti takes on Scotland in both nations’ Group C opening match at Boston Stadium on Saturday night.

"OFFICIAL: Neymar Jr to miss Brazil game against Haiti, out of Ancelotti’s squad," Romano wrote on X. As ESPN confirmed, Tuesday marked the first time Neymar had trained since arriving in the United States. The report also revealed that the expectation for the Brazil side has long been that he would return after the group stage.

Neymar will miss Brazil's FIFA World Cup Group C clash against Haiti as he continues recovering from a calf injury. The Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed he will remain in New Jersey, with the team targeting a possible return during the knockout rounds.