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    FIFA WC: Cunha double powers Brazil past Haiti, sends five-time champions top of Group C
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    Matheus Cunha Scores Twice as Brazil Thrash Haiti, Go Top of Group C at FIFA World Cup 2026

    By IANS News June 20, 2026 • 09:48 AM View: 972

    Matheus Cunha struck twice as Brazil responded emphatically to criticism following their opening-game draw with Morocco, cruising to a comfortable victory over Haiti in Philadelphia and moving to the top of Group C on goal difference at the Philadelphia Stadium.

    The win also confirmed Haiti as the first team to be eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a second straight defeat. Brazil, meanwhile, looked far sharper and more fluid under Carlo Ancelotti, with Cunha's movement and finishing providing the spark that was missing in the 1-1 draw against Morocco. Cunha, making his first World Cup start, justified his selection ahead of Brentford striker Igor Thiago with a full-blooded attacking display. Often dropping deep to link play, the 27-year-old created space for Vinicius Jr and Raphinha, while also being a constant goal threat himself.

    TAGS Brazil Vs Haiti Matheus Cunha FIFA World Cup 2026 Brazil Group C Leader Haiti Eliminated Carlo Ancelotti Brazil
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