The iconic Times Square in the heart of New York City witnessed a remarkable festive atmosphere created by supporters of the Moroccan and Brazilian national teams, ahead of their highly anticipated encounter as both sides begin their journey at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Social media users circulated video clips documenting the enthusiastic chants and national songs echoing across the square, drawing wide interaction from passers-by and tourists alike.
Fans of the Atlas Lions appeared in their red shirts alongside supporters of the Seleção in their distinctive yellow kits, as the match is expected to draw a large crowd given its significance within the group.
These raucous public celebrations are aimed at boosting team morale ahead of the match, scheduled for 2:00 a.m. Sunday UAE time, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, in Group C of the group stage, with both teams seeking a strong start to the tournament.
Brazil are chasing a sixth World Cup title — a trophy absent from the Samba Boys' cabinet since the 2002 edition in South Korea and Japan — while Morocco seek a new milestone having finished fourth at the last edition in Qatar in 2022, the greatest achievement in the history of Arab and African football at the World Cup.