World Cup Day 3: Brazil vs Morocco and other matches
The third day of the World Cup features four group-stage matches, including Brazil against Morocco, along with off-field stories involving Trump, Trudeau, and a visa denial.
The World Cup continues on Saturday, June 13, with Brazil starting their campaign against Morocco in the day's biggest match. Other fixtures include Qatar vs Switzerland, Haiti vs Scotland, and Australia vs Turkiye.
According to Opta simulations, Brazil have a 57.7% chance of winning, Morocco 18.8%, and a draw 23.5%. Switzerland are clear favorites against Qatar with a 76.0% win probability. Turkiye have a 55.3% chance against Australia, while Scotland have 59.0% against Haiti.
Off the pitch, US President Donald Trump skipped the US opener but plans to attend the final. Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attended the US game instead of Canada's. Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey was denied a visa by Canada and will miss his team's first match. Peruvian police conducted a drug raid dressed as World Cup mascots.
A separate article highlights local dishes in host cities, including tacos in Mexico City, Philly cheesesteak, poutine in Toronto, Kansas City barbecue, and Cuban sandwiches in Miami.
