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Brazil are the most successful nation in World Cup history - five titles across 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002 - and the only country to have played in every single edition of the tournament since 1930. This page covers the Seleção's complete World Cup stats, all-time records, legendary top scorers from Ronaldo to Pelé, head-to-head results, the full 2026 squad, and their Group C schedule against Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland starting June 13.
Brazil enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the most successful team in tournament history with a strong squad filled with world-class talent. Explore Brazil’s latest squad list, fixtures, records, results, and all-time FIFA World Cup statistics.
Brazil continues to remain one of the strongest football nations in the world with elite attacking players, technical midfielders, and experienced defenders competing in top European leagues. The national side is consistently considered a major contender in every FIFA World Cup.
The team is known for its attacking football, technical creativity, and long history of success on the global stage. Brazil’s football tradition and international experience continue to make the team one of the favorites in major tournaments.
Brazil FIFA World Cup Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Brazil |
| Football Association | Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) |
| Confederation | CONMEBOL |
| Nickname | Seleção |
| FIFA Ranking | Top 5 |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 1930 |
| Total FIFA World Cup Appearances | 22 |
| Consecutive Appearances | 22 (1930-2022) |
| World Cup Titles | 5 (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002) |
| Runner-up Finishes | 2 |
| Best FIFA World Cup Finish | Champions |
| Total Matches Played | 114 |
| Total Wins | 76 |
| Total Draws | 19 |
| Total Losses | 19 |
| Goals Scored | 237 |
| Goals Conceded | 108 |
| Win Percentage | 66.7% |
| Clean Sheets | 49 |
| Penalty Shootout Record | Won 2, Lost 2 |
| Most World Cup Matches by Player | Cafu - 20 |
| Most Goals by Player | Ronaldo - 15 |
| Largest Victory | 7-1 vs Sweden (1950) |
| Biggest Defeat | 1-7 vs Germany (2014) |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2022 |
Brazil FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Coach: Dorival Júnior
Goalkeepers
| No. | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alisson Becker | Liverpool |
| 12 | Ederson | Manchester City |
| 23 | Bento | Athletico Paranaense |
Defenders
| No. | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Danilo | Juventus |
| 3 | Marquinhos | Paris Saint-Germain |
| 4 | Éder Militão | Real Madrid |
| 5 | Gabriel Magalhães | Arsenal |
| 13 | Guilherme Arana | Atlético Mineiro |
| 15 | Yan Couto | Girona |
| 18 | Bremer | Juventus |
| 21 | Wendell | Porto |
Midfielders
| No. | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Bruno Guimarães | Newcastle United |
| 7 | Lucas Paquetá | West Ham United |
| 8 | João Gomes | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
| 10 | Rodrygo | Real Madrid |
| 14 | Douglas Luiz | Aston Villa |
| 16 | André | Fluminense |
| 20 | Raphael Veiga | Palmeiras |
Forwards
| No. | Player | Club |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Vinícius Júnior | Real Madrid |
| 11 | Raphinha | Barcelona |
| 17 | Gabriel Martinelli | Arsenal |
| 19 | Richarlison | Tottenham Hotspur |
| 22 | Endrick | Real Madrid |
| 24 | Savinho | Girona |
| 25 | Pedro | Flamengo |
Brazil FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Match | Venue | City | Stage | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Sat, June 13 | Brazil vs Morocco | MetLife Stadium (NY/NJ) | East Rutherford | Group Stage | 18:00 |
| 29 | Fri, June 19 | Brazil vs Haiti | Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Fin.) | Philadelphia | Group Stage | 21:00 |
| 49 | Wed, June 24 | Scotland vs Brazil | Miami Stadium (Hard Rock) | Miami | Group Stage | 18:00 |
Brazil FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has not started yet and Brazil’s official tournament results will be updated after each match.
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | Brazil vs TBD | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | TBD | Group Stage |
Brazil FIFA World Cup Titles
| Year | Host Country | Final Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Sweden | Sweden | Won 5-2 |
| 1962 | Chile | Czechoslovakia | Won 3-1 |
| 1970 | Mexico | Italy | Won 4-1 |
| 1994 | United States | Italy | Won on penalties |
| 2002 | South Korea/Japan | Germany | Won 2-0 |
Brazil All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 114 |
| Wins | 76 |
| Draws | 19 |
| Losses | 19 |
| Goals Scored | 237 |
| Goals Conceded | 108 |
| Clean Sheets | 49 |
| Semi-final Appearances | 11 |
Brazil Most FIFA World Cup Appearances
| Rank | Player | Matches | Tournaments | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cafu | 20 | 4 | 1994-2006 |
| 2 | Ronaldo | 19 | 4 | 1994-2006 |
| 3 | Cláudio Taffarel | 18 | 3 | 1990-1998 |
| 4 | Dunga | 18 | 3 | 1990-1998 |
| 5 | Roberto Carlos | 17 | 3 | 1998-2006 |
| 6 | Thiago Silva | 14 | 3 | 2010-2022 |
| 7 | Neymar | 13 | 3 | 2014-2022 |
| 8 | Pelé | 14 | 4 | 1958-1970 |
| 9 | Bebeto | 14 | 3 | 1990-1998 |
| 10 | Kaká | 10 | 3 | 2002-2010 |
Brazil Top Scorers in FIFA World Cup
| Rank | Player | Goals | Matches | World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ronaldo | 15 | 19 | 1994-2006 |
| 2 | Pelé | 12 | 14 | 1958-1970 |
| 3 | Neymar | 8 | 13 | 2014-2022 |
| 4 | Jairzinho | 9 | 16 | 1966-1974 |
| 5 | Vavá | 9 | 10 | 1958-1962 |
| 6 | Romário | 5 | 8 | 1990-1994 |
| 7 | Rivaldo | 8 | 14 | 1998-2002 |
| 8 | Zico | 5 | 9 | 1978-1986 |
| 9 | Bebeto | 6 | 14 | 1990-1998 |
| 10 | Ademir | 9 | 6 | 1950 |
FAQs About Brazil FIFA World Cup Records
Brazil has won the FIFA World Cup five times, more than any other nation.
Ronaldo is Brazil’s leading FIFA World Cup goalscorer with 15 goals.
Cafu holds the record for the most FIFA World Cup appearances for Brazil.
Brazil is the only nation to have appeared in every FIFA World Cup tournament since 1930.
Brazil’s biggest FIFA World Cup defeat was a 7-1 loss against Germany in the 2014 semi-final.