Brazil secured their place at the top of Group C with a dominant and highly efficient 3–0 victory over World Cup debutants Haiti. The five-time world champions wasted little time asserting their authority, exploiting gaps in the Caribbean side's backline. For Haiti, returning to football's grandest stage for the first time since 1974, the match was a grueling lesson in elite international football. Despite their defensive organization, the sheer technical gulf between the sides was evident from the opening whistle.

The match was effectively decided in a devastating first-half blitz. Matheus Cunha opened the scoring in the 23rd minute with a clinical finish and doubled Brazil's advantage in the 36th minute with another precise strike. Just before the halftime whistle, Vinícius Júnior compounded Haiti’s misery by making it 3–0 in the 45th minute. Haiti's frustration boiled over as Carlens Arcus and Frantzdy Pierrot received first-half yellow cards, prompting their tactical withdrawal by manager Sébastien Migné at halftime to avoid a numerical disadvantage.

With a three-goal cushion, Brazil comfortably managed the tempo of the game in the second half. This allowed their manager to rotate key players, withdrawing Raphinha early in the 40th minute, followed by Cunha and midfield engine Lucas Paquetá in the 64th minute. Vinícius Júnior was also rested in the 81st minute. Haiti showed resilience to prevent further damage in the second period, but their attacking threat remained nonexistent. The victory ensures Brazil marches on confidently, while Haiti remains proud of their historic World Cup journey despite the defeat.