2026 World Cup, Day 9: Brazil thrashes, United States remains perfect, and Morocco and Paraguay win
A brace from Matheus Cunha and a goal from Vinícius guided Brazil to a 3-0 victory over Haiti; the United States defeated Australia 2-0 and continues its perfect run, while Morocco and Paraguay won with early goals. Groups C and D.
MetLife Stadium, one of the venues for the 2026 World Cup. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.
The Day 9 of the 2026 World Cup wrapped up the second round of Groups C and D. Brazil showcased its power, the United States remains flawless, and Morocco and Paraguay struck early.
Four matches, two goals in the second minute, and two groups that already have clear leaders. Here’s a summary with scorers, analysis, and updated tables.
1e7 1f7 Brazil 3-0 Haiti — Cunha and Vinícius shine
Brazil thrashed and climbed to the top of Group C. Matheus Cunha scored a brace, and Vinícius Júnior sealed the deal before halftime, with assists from Vinícius and Lucas Paquetá.
Goals: Matheus Cunha (23' and 36') and Vinícius Júnior (45+3').
1fa 1f8 United States 2-0 Australia — Perfect run for the hosts
The United States secured its second victory, kept a clean sheet, and leads Group D with a perfect score. An own goal by Burgess opened the scoring, and Alexander Freeman finished it off before halftime.
Goals: own goal by Burgess (11') and Alexander Freeman (44').
1f2 1f6 Morocco 1-0 Scotland — Early strike
Morocco won with a very early goal from Ismael Saibari in the second minute, assisted by Brahim Díaz, and is now tied on points with Brazil.
Goal: Ismael Saibari (2') for Morocco.
1f5 1f9 Paraguay 1-0 Turkey — First victory for the Guarani
Paraguay also struck in the second minute: Galarza scored after an assist from Julio Enciso to give La Albirroja its first victory, while Turkey remains without points.
Goal: Galarza (2') for Paraguay.
4c8 What Day 9 left us
- Matheus Cunha entered the race for the golden boot with his brace.
- The United States continues with a perfect score (6 out of 6) and has not conceded any goals.
- Two goals in the 2nd minute on the same day (Morocco and Paraguay).
- Brazil leads Group C on goal difference over Morocco.
1f2 1e8 Group C — Updated table
| Pos | Team | Played | GF | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1e7 1f7 Brazil | 2 | 4 | +3 | 4 |
| 2 | 1f2 1e6 Morocco | 2 | 2 | +1 | 4 |
| 3 | 1f4 Scotland | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 | 1f3 1f9 Haiti | 2 | 0 | -4 | 0 |
1f3 1f9 Group D — Updated table
| Pos | Team | Played | GF | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1fa 1f8 United States | 2 | 6 | +5 | 6 |
| 2 | 1e6 1fa Australia | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | 1f5 1fe Paraguay | 2 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| 4 | 1f9 1f7 Turkey | 2 | 0 | -3 | 0 |
What’s next
Groups C and D will define their final matchday: Brazil and the United States will look to secure their spots in the round of 32, while Morocco, Scotland, Australia, and Paraguay will fight for qualification.
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Match and scorer data: API-Sports. Image: Wikimedia Commons.