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Twenty-four years ago, Brazil won their fifth World Cup title with a squad packed with star players, including 12 players who were nominated for the ‘Ballon d'Or’ award during their careers. Now, in 2026, the Brazilian national team dreams of repeating history and winning their long-awaited sixth World Cup title.

At the 2026 World Cup, Scotland will once again face Brazil in Miami Gardens, in yet another chapter in the long history that links the two nations through football. Ahead of the match, we take a look back at the previous encounters between the two teams.

Brazil and Morocco are set to face each other again at the 2026 World Cup in a clash that pits two of the most talented national teams on the planet against one another. Ahead of the Seleção’s opening match, we look back at the three previous encounters between the two nations and how the history of this rivalry has unfolded.

An exclusive look at the select group of legends who have gone on to become world champions and win the Ballon d’Or throughout history.

Throughout history, a number of players born in Brazil have chosen to represent other national teams in international football – and some of them have reached the very top of the sport. From José Altafini to Jorginho, these are the Brazilians nominated for the Ballon d'Or who have built remarkable careers away from the national team.