Brazil are the most decorated nation in World Cup history with five titles, and the only team to appear at every edition. From Pelé to Ronaldo, they are the global standard for "jogo bonito".

The road ahead

Group game 1 · Sat 13 June

vs Morocco1–1 D

Group game 2 · Fri 19 June

vs Haiti3–0 W

Group game 3 · Wed 24 June

at Scotland3–0 W

Three group games are guaranteed; the knockout steps unlock as the team advances.