Brazil moved top of World Cup Group C with a controlled 3-0 win over Haiti, as Matheus Cunha scored twice and Vinicius Junior added the third in a result that also ended Haiti’s hopes of progressing from the group.
ESPN reported that Brazil went ahead through Cunha after he came into the starting XI for Igor Thiago, then quickly doubled the lead with a second Cunha finish before Vinicius Junior made it 3-0 in a one-on-one chance. AP also reported that Vinicius scored and assisted one of Cunha’s goals as five-time champion Brazil eliminated Haiti.
Brazil vs Haiti: final score and scorers
- Final score: Brazil 3-0 Haiti
- Brazil scorers: Matheus Cunha 2, Vinicius Junior
- Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup, Group C
- Group impact: Brazil moved top of Group C on goal difference, according to ESPN
Cunha makes his chance count
The biggest individual story was Cunha. Selected from the start, he gave Brazil the kind of penalty-box presence and direct finishing that they needed after a more complicated opening phase of the tournament. ESPN described his first goal as a scrappy opener, but the second was a cleaner, more emphatic finish that put Brazil in full control before halftime.
For Carlo Ancelotti, the performance gives Brazil another attacking option to lean on as the group stage tightens. Brazil do not lack high-profile forwards, but World Cup runs often depend on which players are sharp at the right time. Cunha’s two-goal display now puts him firmly into that conversation.
Vinicius Junior adds the cutting edge
Vinicius Junior’s goal added the polish to Brazil’s win. AP reported that he both scored and assisted one of Cunha’s goals, underlining his influence even in a match where Brazil did not need to chase the game after building an early cushion.
His one-on-one finish for the third goal was important beyond the scoreline. Brazil have enough possession and technical quality to dominate many opponents, but they still need their elite forwards to turn control into goals. Against Haiti, that final-third edge arrived early enough to remove most of the tension from the match.
Haiti eliminated after second-half adjustment
Haiti changed shape after halftime, with ESPN noting a move from a 5-4-1 look to a 4-4-2. The adjustment helped keep the second half scoreless, but the damage had already been done. Brazil also appeared to reduce the tempo after the break, protecting the result rather than forcing a heavier scoreline.
For Haiti, the defeat was decisive. AP reported that Brazil’s 3-0 victory eliminated Haiti from the World Cup. Even so, the second-half response at least prevented the match from turning into a rout and gave Haiti a more stable final 45 minutes after a difficult first half.
What it means for Group C
ESPN reported that Brazil moved top of Group C on goal difference after Morocco’s 1-0 win over Scotland. That matters because group position can shape the knockout path, and Brazil will want to carry both momentum and goal difference into the final round of group matches.
The result does not answer every question about Brazil, especially because they controlled the second half without adding to the score. But it was exactly the kind of professional win that top teams need in tournament football: early goals, no major late drama and three points secured.
Sources
- ESPN: Brazil 3-0 Haiti live report and analysis
- AP: Brazil eliminates Haiti from World Cup with 3-0 win
- The Guardian: Brazil sweep into form against Haiti
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