President Lula Praises Brazil's Commanding Victory
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva lauded the national football team after their 3-0 win over Scotland in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match, describing it as a display of "beautiful football" and "full commitment." In a post on X, Lula expressed pride in the team's performance and urged them onward. "Great game from the Brazilian national team. Beautiful football, full commitment on the field, and pride in wearing this shirt. Bring on the next phase. Go, Brazil!" the Brazilian President wrote.
Match Highlights: Vinicius Stars with Brace
Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 in their final Group C match, securing top spot in the group and advancing to the knockout stage alongside Morocco. Vinicius starred with a first-half brace, opening the scoring in the seventh minute and heading in his second just before half-time. Matheus Cunha added a third goal after the break. Brazil dominated proceedings, with Scotland struggling to create clear chances despite a few late efforts.
Historic Milestone for Vinicius
The match also marked a historic milestone for Vinicius, who became the first Brazilian in 24 years to score in each of the nation's first three World Cup matches, equalling the feat of Ronaldo Nazario and Rivaldo from 2002. He also became only the fifth Brazilian overall to achieve this record. Brazil finished the group stage with seven points, while Scotland must now wait to see if their three-point tally is enough to qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.
