The Brazilian team debuts in the 2026 World Cup this Saturday (13) against Morocco, at MetLife Stadium, in East Rutherford (USA). At 30 years old, Al Ain striker Soufiane Rahimi represents one of the Atlas Lions’ greatest offensive weapons. In a great phase in the 2025/2026 season, with consistent goals and assists in the Emirates league, the player should play as a center forward or winger and is expected to complicate the Brazilian defense, especially with Neymar out due to a calf injury.
Born in Casablanca, Rahimi stood out at Raja CA before shining at Al Ain since 2021. Known for his speed, precise finishing and presence in the box, he accumulates impressive numbers in his career and arrives at the World Cup as one of Morocco’s most dangerous players, semi-finalist in 2022.
Where to watch Brazil vs Morocco live
The game, in the first round of Group C and scheduled for 7pm (Brasília time), will be broadcast on open TV by Globo and SBT. On subscription and pay-per-view channels, SporTV and NSports show. In streaming, CazéTV on YouTube, ge TV and Globoplay also show live.
Soufiane Rahimi as a key player in Ouahbi’s strategy
Morocco’s likely lineup includes Bono; Hakimi, Diop, Riyadh and Mazraoui; Bouaddi, El Aynaoui and Ounahi; Brahim Díaz, Saibari and Rahimi more advanced. Rahimi uses mobility, an eye for goal and the ability to pivot to create danger, especially in quick transitions against the defense of Marquinhos and Gabriel Magalhães.
On the Brazilian side, Carlo Ancelotti should choose Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães and Alex Sandro; Casemiro and Bruno Guimarães; Raphinha, Lucas Paquetá, Vinícius Júnior and Matheus Cunha. The Seleção needs maximum attention to neutralize the Moroccan striker’s attacks.
Soufiane Rahimi looking for a leading role in the World Cup
With a history of important goals for the national team, including outstanding performances in recent competitions, Rahimi is at the peak of his career and sees the World Cup as a stage to consolidate himself. Morocco is betting on him to surprise Brazil and start well in Group C, which also includes Haiti and Scotland. A good performance could pave the way for a historic campaign for the Atlas Lions.
The Moroccan fans, present in good numbers at MetLife, expect great plays from Rahimi. It symbolizes the technical quality and determination of the new Moroccan generation ready to challenge the favorites.
