Vinicius Junior Joins Goal Race at World Cup 2026
Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior is making headlines at the 2026 World Cup after scoring two goals against

Vinícius Júnior has etched his name in World Cup history by scoring in every match during the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. With this feat, he becomes only the fifth Brazilian player to achieve this milestone, joining the ranks of legends like Jairzinho in 1970, Romário in 1994, and Ronaldo and Rivaldo in 2002.
In the group stage, Vinícius opened his scoring account with a goal in the 1-1 draw against Morocco. He then netted another in Brazil's 3-0 victory over Haiti, and capped off his impressive performance with two goals in the final group match against Scotland. This brings his total to four goals in the tournament so far.
As Brazil prepares to face Norway in the knockout stage, Vinícius's scoring prowess will be crucial. The match is set for Sunday at 5 PM at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. On the opposing side, Norway's Erling Haaland is also in fine form, having scored five goals in the competition and recently playing a pivotal role in eliminating Ivory Coast with a late goal.
This upcoming clash between Brazil and Norway promises to be an exciting showdown, showcasing two of the tournament's top scorers. As the World Cup progresses, fans are eager to see how Vinícius Júnior will continue to contribute to Brazil's quest for glory.