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Live Blog! Brazil vs Egypt, International Friendly Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Brazil’s final warm-up match before the biggest stage in world football. Don’t miss a single moment of this one!… Show More
Brazil’s final warm-up match before the biggest stage in world football. Don’t miss a single moment of this one!
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FULL TIME
Brazil come away with a 2-1 victory over Egypt in Cleveland, with the second-half changes proving decisive as the Seleção’s rotation squad delivered the result.
Both teams now turn their attention to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Mohamed Salah made his first senior appearance against Brazil for Egypt, coming off the bench in a match that marked another milestone in his international career.
52' GOAL BRAZIL
Endrick restores Brazil's lead with the Seleção's second goal of the afternoon, finishing from close range in the heart of the Egyptian penalty area after a superb cross from Raphinha down the left flank.
The young Olympique Lyonnais and Fance Ligue 1 striker continues to impress, delivering once again on the big stage in Cleveland.
Score: Brazil 2-1 Egypt
SECOND HALF IS UNDERWAY!
Mohamed Salah enters the match to a huge ovation from the crowd. Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan responds to the fans' anticipation by bringing on his star forward for the second half.
Meanwhile, Marquinhos, Casemiro, Bruno Gimaraes and Vinícius Jr. have been substituted as both teams begin to rotate their squads.
Score: Brazil 1-1 Egypt
HALF TIME
After a lively start, the match has gradually slowed down, but Brazil has been the superior side, generating six shots on target during the opening 45 minutes.
Vinícius Jr. and Igor Thiago have both had chances to put the Selecao ahead, but neither has been able to find the finishing touch.
The atmosphere at Huntington Bank Field, home of the NFL's Cleveland Browns, has been electric, with fans eagerly awaiting the possible introduction of Mohamed Salah.
Score: Brazil 1-1 Egypt
23' YELLOW CARD FOR BRAZIL
Marquinhos continues to endure a difficult afternoon and becomes the first Brazilian player booked after a heavy challenge on Omar Marmoush. Mexican referee Adonai Escobedo had little hesitation in showing the yellow card.
Score: Brazil 1-1 Egypt
10' GOAL EGYPT
Egypt responds immediately to level the score. Marquinhos returns the favor after Brazil's opener, gifting possession to Mostafa Zico, who makes no mistake after breaking into the left side of the penalty area and slots home the equalizer.
Score: Brazil 1-1 Egypt
7' GOAL BRAZIL
Bruno Guimaraes opens the scoring after capitalizing on a costly mistake by Mohanad Lasheen, who hesitates in possession and is dispossessed by the alert Newcastle midfielder. Guimarães takes full advantage and beats goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir to give Brazil the lead.
Score: Brazil 1-0 Egypt
1' KICKOFF!
The match is underway in Cleveland.
Brazil takes the field in a navy blue kit with white accents, while Egypt is wearing its traditional red shirts and white shorts.
Score: Brazil 0-0 Egypt
BRAZIL LINEUP
EGYPT LINEUP: SALAH STAYS ON THE BENCH
THE VENUE AND PREVIEW
Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio will host Brazil’s final warm-up match ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as Carlo Ancelotti’s side faces Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah.
This will be the seventh meeting between these two national teams, with Brazil holding a dominant record of six wins. The most memorable clash came in the thrilling 4-3 encounter at the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup in South Africa, while the most recent meeting ended in a 2-0 Brazilian victory in 2011—both in favor of the South American side.
Interestingly, Mohamed Salah has never faced Brazil at senior level. His only encounters came in youth competitions, at the London 2012 Olympic Games and during the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia. In the Olympics, the Liverpool star scored in Egypt’s 3-2 defeat, while in the U-20 tournament he failed to score in a 1-1 draw.
WHAT CAN WE EXPECT?
Without their main star Neymar, Brazil will look to the attacking leadership of Casemiro, Vinícius Jr. and Raphinha. The team has shown encouraging attacking fluidity in recent matches, but still aims to improve its defensive solidity. For Egypt, Mohamed Salah remains the focal point, supported by a competitive squad eager to test itself against a world powerhouse.
The match will also serve as an opportunity for Brazil to evaluate alternatives amid ongoing uncertainty over Neymar’s fitness ahead of their World Cup debut. Players such as Endrick and Bruno Guimaraes are among the names to watch as the Seleção continues to define its ideal starting XI.
WHERE IS NEYMAR?
The major absentee is Neymar, who continues to recover from a grade II muscle injury in his right calf. He remains in New Jersey undergoing physiotherapy and is not taking part in the final stage of Brazil’s preparation tour.
