Brazil’s first game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup did not set fans alight, but neither did their qualification campaign. Despite a 1-1 draw with top-10 team Morocco, who showed they belong among this year’s contenders, one would be foolhardy to bet against a team with such a rich history and a knack for unearthing otherworldly talent. BRAZILThe five-time World Cup champions, Brazil enter every tournament with the expectation to win — and this year will be no different for the Seleção.Brazil, as usual, will boast one of the world’s best attacks filled with proven talents as well as rising starlets ready to embody the philosophy of joga bonito.But the biggest story around Brazil is the availability of the team’s leading goalscorer Neymar Jr, who will be playing in his final World Cup.Neymar’s career has been riddled with injuries and the forward is recovering from a grade-two muscle tear in his right calf, which ruled him out for their opening game.Players to watch: Vinicius Jr, Kendrick, Raphinha, NeymarGroup C: Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotlandgregory.bryce@gleanerjm.comFIFA RANKINGS1. Argentina2. Spain3. France4. England5. Portugal6. Brazil7. Morocco8. Netherlands9. Belgium10. Germany