Brazil begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Morocco in Group C at New Jersey Stadium on Saturday. Multiple previews frame the match as a marquee opener: Brazil, five-time world champions, start a tournament under coach Carlo Ancelotti, while Morocco enter as a strong opponent after recent tournament success, including momentum from the 2022 World Cup and an AFCON title. Coverage also notes that Ancelotti faces selection questions across several areas, including midfield, full-back positions and attack. Some match previews expect changes and give attention to how key players could shape Brazil’s approach, with emphasis on the importance of Brazil’s forward options and squad fitness for the first match. For Morocco, previews highlight that they are also looking to start well and that their lineup may include players with notable European club experience. Several outlets provide predicted starting XI information and reference specific personnel who are expected to feature for each team, but the overall consensus across sources is that this opener is a high-profile contest and a crucial test for both sides as the group stage gets under way.