The squad led by Carlo Ancelotti is valued at 928.2 million euros; Moroccans total 447.7 million euros
The Brazilian football team debuts in the 2026 World Cup this Saturday (June 13, 2026) with a wide advantage over the Moroccan team in market value. According to data from , the 26 players called up by Carlo Ancelotti total 928.2 million euros, more than double the 447.7 million euros of the Moroccan squad.
The match will be played at MetLife Stadium, in New Jersey, the same venue that will host the World Cup final in July. The clash marks the beginning of the team’s campaign in the competition, played in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The difference between the teams reaches 480.5 million euros. In proportional terms, Brazil’s football team is worth around 2.1 times more than its debut opponent.
The most valuable player among those called up is Vini Jr., valued at 140 million euros. The forward leads a list that also includes Gabriel Magalhães and Matheus Cunha, both valued at 75 million euros, as well as Bruno Guimarães and Raphinha, with a market value of 70 million euros each.
The Moroccan team also arrives at the World Cup with names valued in the European market. The main highlight is Achraf Hakimi, valued at 80 million euros. The cast also includes Ayyoub Bouaddi, estimated at 50 million euros, Ismael Saibari, at 40 million euros, and Brahim Díaz and Bilal El Khannouss, both valued at 35 million euros.
On the eve of the debut, right-back Wesley injured his left thigh during the friendly against the Egyptian national team. For the vacancy, Ancelotti called up midfielder Éderson, from Atalanta.
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The Brazilian team has never been left out of a World Cup. Participated in 23 editions.
The team goes to the World Cup under the command of Carlo Ancelotti, 67 years old. The Italian coach and former player took over the team in May 2025. The CBF (Brazilian Football Confederation) announced in May 2026 the renewal of his contract until 2030.
Despite Ancelotti’s successful career during his time at clubs – with 5 Champions League titles, the Brazilians’ expectations are not of a sixth championship. A Datafolha survey in April showed that 46% of fans
The Brazilians are in Group C, alongside teams from Scotland, Haiti and Morocco.
Here are the dates of the Brazilian team’s matches in the group stage:
- 13.jun.2026 – Brazil x Morocco;
- 19.jun.2026 – Brazil X Haiti;
- 24.jun.2026 – Brazil x Scotland.
Away from the pitch, the CNC (National Confederation of Commerce in Goods, Services and Tourism) estimates that the World Cup will inject R$4.32 billion into Brazilian retail trade. The survey projects a real growth of 6.5% in revenue compared to the 2022 World Cup.
