Rayan and Endrick to start? Brazil v Haiti today: time, TV, XI | OneFootball

Brazil’s national team takes the field this Friday (19) looking for its first win at the 2026 World Cup. After a lackluster 1-1 draw with Morocco in its opener, Brazil faces Haiti in Philadelphia, and the pressure on Carlo Ancelotti already has a name — actually, two: Endrick and Rayan.

Kickoff time and where to watch Brazil vs. Haiti

Brazil and Haiti take the field at 9:30 p.m. Brasília time in Philadelphia for the second round of Group C. The match will be broadcast live on free-to-air TV and streaming, with full coverage of all 104 World Cup matches guaranteed online.

Brazil comes into the match with 1 point from the draw against Morocco. Haiti, meanwhile, has yet to earn a point after losing 1-0 to Scotland, which ends the first round at the top of the group. A comfortable Brazilian win would help the Seleção move closer to qualification for the round of 16 without having to rely on tiebreakers later on.

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Why Endrick’s name is on every fan’s lips

If there was one topic that dominated the national team’s backstage this week, it was Endrick’s absence from the field in the opener. The striker stayed on the bench from start to finish against Morocco, without even coming on in the second half — a decision that sparked a strong reaction on social media and in the sports press.

The backlash was so intense that Romário, former striker and now a senator, publicly criticized Ancelotti’s choices in an interview with influencer Toguro, arguing that Endrick or Rayan should start against Haiti.

Asked about the matter at a press conference, Ancelotti avoided giving a direct answer, but made it clear that Endrick’s introduction is only a matter of time: “I’ll play Endrick at the right moment. He will be important, we just have to wait a little.” The statement, however, was not enough to contain the fans’ demands, as they remain restless on social media on the eve of the match.

Rayan is also gaining momentum in training

Endrick is not the only young name tipped to get minutes. According to reports circulating in recent days, Rayan was tested by Ancelotti in different attacking positions during training sessions, alongside Luiz Henrique, as an alternative to help unlock the team offensively.

The expectation is that the Italian coach will make changes compared to the team that started against Morocco — Ancelotti himself confirmed that “some change” will be made, citing the need to freshen up the squad with players in better physical condition. Even so, the coach kept the final lineup a mystery, and it should only be revealed to the players themselves on match day.

What’s at stake against Haiti

More than just three points, this Friday’s clash carries symbolic weight: it is Brazil’s chance to answer the criticism and show improvement as early as the second round. Despite the underwhelming debut, Ancelotti has publicly reinforced his confidence in the group, reminding everyone that “the World Cup is not decided in the first match.”

For the fans, however, a win against Haiti is also seen as the ideal moment for Ancelotti to finally answer the public call — and give Endrick and Rayan the chance that many believe is already overdue.

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