FIFA World Cup 2026
Brazil at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Overview
Brazil is South America's largest country by area and population: from the Amazon rainforest to the Cerrado biome — a vast interior tropical savanna — and on to the major cities of the Atlantic coast. It is the only Portuguese-speaking nation in the Americas and inaugurated Brasília in 1960 as a planned federal capital in the country's interior.
On the pitch, Brazil have won 5 FIFA World Cup titles (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002), placing the nation among football's elite. At the World Cup, Ronaldo features prominently in the scoring charts for Brazil with 15 goals. All-time, Neymar leads Brazil's senior men's scoring list with 79 goals.
At World Cup 2026, Brazil line up in Group C as CONMEBOL representatives from South America. Group-stage fixtures against Morocco, Haiti and Scotland open a competitive first-round schedule.
Brazil remain the most successful nation in World Cup history with five titles. Their yellow shirts, samba style and historic clashes with neighbours Argentina embody the sport's global appeal.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Brasília
- Continent
- South America
- Federation
- CONMEBOL (South America)
- Group
- C
- FIFA ranking (Nov 2025)
- #5
- World Cup titles
- 5
Geography
- Founded / established
- 1822
- Population
- 216,400,000
- Languages
- Portuguese (official)
- Currency
- Brazilian real (BRL)
- Area
- 8,515,767 km²
- Highest point
- Pico da Neblina (2,995 m)
- Climate
- Mostly tropical humid; seasonal cerrado and subtropical south
- Land borders
- Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, French Guiana (France), Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela
Football facts
- Appearances
- 22
- Best result
- Champions (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002)
- Top scorer
- Ronaldo (15)
- Debut
- 1930
2026 World Cup kits
Home kit
Main color: yellow
World Cup history
22 World Cup appearances
| Year | Result |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Qualified (2026) |
| 2022 | Quarter-finals |
| 2018 | Quarter-finals |
| 2014 | Fourth place |
| 2010 | Quarter-finals |
| 2006 | Quarter-finals |
| 2002 | Champions |
| 1998 | Runner-up |
| 1994 | Champions |
| 1990 | Round of 16 |
| 1986 | Quarter-finals |
| 1982 | Group stage |
| 1978 | Third place |
| 1974 | Fourth place |
| 1970 | Champions |
| 1966 | Group stage |
| 1962 | Champions |
| 1958 | Champions |
| 1954 | Quarter-finals |
| 1950 | Runner-up |
| 1938 | Third place |
| 1934 | Group stage |
| 1930 | Group stage |
Frequently asked questions
- Has Brazil ever won the FIFA World Cup?
- Yes. Brazil have won 5 World Cup titles, in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002.
- Which group is Brazil in at World Cup 2026?
- Brazil are in Group C. Group opponents include Morocco, Haiti, Scotland.
- What is the capital of Brazil?
- The capital city is Brasília.
- Which FIFA confederation does Brazil belong to?
- Brazil compete under CONMEBOL (South America).
- How many World Cups has Brazil played before 2026?
- Brazil had appeared in 22 FIFA World Cups prior to qualifying for 2026.
- Who is Brazil's all-time leading goal scorer?
- Neymar leads Brazil's senior men's national team with 79 goals in FIFA-recognised matches.