PHILADELPHIA -- Brazil secured a 3-0 victory over Haiti in the 2026 World Cup group stage before a sold-out crowd of 68,324, but the win came with concerns for manager Carlo Ancelotti. While Matheus Cunha shone with a first-half brace, the joy was tempered by an injury to Raphinha, raising questions about the team's consistency and potential moving forward.

Raphinha suffered a hamstring injury in the 40th minute, leading to his substitution by Rayan. After the match, Vinicius Junior expressed his disappointment for his teammate, hoping the injury isn’t serious as Brazil needs Raphinha’s skills to maintain their balance.

The match started brightly, with Brazil dominating after Cunha broke through Haiti's defense. However, as the game progressed, the team struggled to maintain momentum, and Raphinha’s absence was felt in a quieter second half.

Key highlights include:

• Cunha’s brace in the first half, showcasing Brazil's attacking potential.
• Raphinha’s early exit due to injury, impacting the team’s cohesion.
• A disallowed goal from Endrick, reflecting Brazil's ongoing struggles in front of goal.

Despite the victory, Brazil's performance revealed flaws that could hinder their progress in the tournament. Currently on four points, they are close to securing a knockout stage spot but must address these issues.

Ancelotti remained hopeful about Neymar's return, stating he would begin training with the team soon. Brazil prepares for a critical match against Scotland on June 24, where securing a win could help them top their group.