Vinícius Brace Sends Brazil Top as Neymar's Emotional Return Lights Up Miami — Scotland Sweat on Last-16 Hopes

Brazil wrapped up top spot in Group C with a comfortable 3-0 win over Scotland in front of more than 64,000 fans in Miami, in the final round of group-stage matches at the 2026 World Cup. (Al Jazeera)

Goal Timeline

• 7' Scott McKenna (OG) — fails to clear, turns the ball into his own net.
• 45' Vinícius Júnior — finishes off a Bruno Guimarães cross; his 4th of the tournament, level with Mbappé and Haaland.
• 2nd half, Matheus Cunha — seals the win.

Neymar's Long-Awaited Return

The match was also notable for Neymar's (34) first appearance in a Brazil shirt since October 2023, coming on as a substitute to a warm reception from the home crowd — a signal of coach Carlo Ancelotti's faith in him for the knockout rounds ahead. (NBC Miami)

Scotland Left Waiting

Brazil finished Group C on 7 points, while Scotland must now wait on results elsewhere to find out if they progress as one of the best third-placed teams, competing with the likes of Belgium, Cape Verde and Senegal for the remaining spots.

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