Brazil 3-0 Scotland: Vinícius Júnior double seals top spot for Samba Kings
Brazil cruised to a 3-0 victory over Scotland at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, with Vinícius Júnior scoring twice and Matheus Cunha adding a third, finishing top of Group C with 7 points.
On June 25, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 in the final match of Group C at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing top spot in the group. Goals from Vinícius Júnior (2) and Matheus Cunha ensured a comfortable victory for the Samba Kings.
Brazil dominated the first half from the outset. In the 7th minute, Vinícius Júnior opened the scoring with a finish from Rayan's assist, making it 1-0. Scotland tried to respond but Brazil's defense held firm. Deep into first-half stoppage time (45+3'), Vinícius struck again, this time from Bruno Guimarães's pass, doubling the lead to 2-0 at halftime.
Brazil continued to control the second half. In the 60th minute, Matheus Cunha added a third goal, again assisted by Bruno Guimarães, effectively sealing the victory. Scotland pushed forward but could not find a way past Brazil's goalkeeper, who made five saves on the night.
Statistically, Brazil were superior across the board. They registered 20 total shots (9 on target) compared to Scotland's 13 (4 on target). Possession was 53% to 47% in Brazil's favor, with a pass accuracy of 93% (543 accurate passes out of 585) versus Scotland's 90% (447/497). Both teams had 6 corner kicks, but Brazil's expected goals (xG) of 4.41 dwarfed Scotland's 0.87. Brazil's goalkeeper made 5 saves, Scotland's 4. Fouls: Scotland 10, Brazil 9; yellow cards: Scotland 1, Brazil 2.
The standout performer was Brazil's Vinícius Júnior, who scored twice, had 7 shots, 2 key passes, and 28 passes in 93 minutes, earning a match rating of 9. The 25-year-old Real Madrid forward, with 48 caps for Brazil and a market value of €150 million, was instrumental in the victory. His profile can be found at /players/brazil-vinicius-junior.
In the Group C standings, Brazil finish top with 7 points (2 wins, 1 draw), a goal difference of +6 (7 goals for, 1 against). Morocco are also on 7 points but second on goal difference (+3). Scotland are third with 3 points (1 win, 2 losses), and Haiti are bottom with 0 points.
For Brazil, topping the group sets up a favorable round-of-16 tie. They have shown both attacking flair and defensive solidity, making them strong contenders. Scotland, despite their efforts, bow out of the tournament after a valiant campaign.
Brazil will face the runner-up of another group in the knockout stage, while Scotland's World Cup journey ends here. For more details, visit our match page, Brazil team page, Scotland team page, or the group standings.