FIFA World Cup warm-ups: Brazil, Germany, Portugal and Belgium all win
Synopsis
Four heavyweight World Cup contenders — Brazil, Germany, Portugal, and Belgium — all won their final pre-tournament friendlies on 7 June. Germany's ninth straight victory and Belgium's 5-0 demolition of Tunisia stand out, while Portugal face a Leao suspension headache heading into the tournament.
Key Takeaways
Brazil beat Egypt 2-1 , with goals from Bruno Guimaraes and substitute Endrick on 7 June .
Germany defeated co-hosts USA at Soldier Field, Chicago — their ninth consecutive victory — via goals from Kai Havertz and Leroy Sane .
Portugal beat Chile through Goncalo Guedes and Bruno Fernandes , but Rafael Leao was sent off in first-half injury time.
Belgium thrashed Tunisia 5-0 in Brussels ; Kevin De Bruyne scored his 37th international goal .
Brazil open their World Cup campaign against Morocco in New Jersey ; Egypt face Belgium in Seattle on 15 June .
Brazil, Germany, Portugal, and Belgium all signed off their FIFA World Cup preparations with victories in international friendlies on 7 June, heading into the tournament in the United States, Mexico, and Canada with momentum and confidence.
Brazil edge Egypt in final pre-tournament test
Bruno Guimaraes, captain of Newcastle United, opened the scoring for Brazil by dispossessing Mohanad Lasheen on the edge of the 18-yard box and calmly slotting into the far corner. Egypt levelled when Mostafa Ziko intercepted an errant back pass from Marquinhos and swept a low effort past goalkeeper Alisson Becker.
Second-half substitute Endrick — who came on for Igor Thiago at the interval — restored Brazil's lead by latching onto a Raphinha cross with a first-time finish that left Mostafa Shobeir with no chance. The 2-1 win was the final match-condition test for both sides before the World Cup kicks off. Brazil open their campaign against Morocco in New Jersey on Saturday, while Egypt face Belgium in Seattle on 15 June.
Germany seal ninth straight win over co-hosts USA
Germany continued their imposing run of form with a deserved victory over co-hosts USA at Soldier Field in Chicago. Kai Havertz gave the Germans an early lead before Antonee Robinson's thunderbolt levelled for the home side. Leroy Sane then struck with a pinpoint effort past Matt Freese to seal the win and extend Germany's unbeaten run to nine consecutive victories. Despite the defeat, Mauricio Pochettino's USA side showed considerable fight throughout.
Portugal win but lose Rafael Leao to red card
Portugal claimed a morale-boosting win over Chile, though the result was marred by a Rafael Leao red card in first-half injury time for an off-the-ball incident involving Chile defender Ivan Roman. The match opened up in the second half, with Goncalo Guedes and Bruno Fernandes both scoring well-taken goals. Veteran Cristiano Ronaldo featured only in the first half.
Belgium thrash 10-man Tunisia 5-0 in Brussels
In Brussels, Belgium produced a commanding display to defeat a Tunisia side reduced to ten men. Leandro Trossard opened the scoring in the 28th minute after a mazy run and pass from Jeremy Doku teed him up. Charles De Ketelaere of Atalanta doubled the lead early in the second half, before Ismael Garbi's red card further tilted the contest. Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne then netted his 37th international goal to make it 3-0, with late substitute strikes from Dodi Lukebakio and Nicolas Raskin completing a 5-0 rout.
What to watch as the World Cup begins
With all four sides winning their final warm-ups, the results sharpen expectations heading into the tournament. Germany's nine-match winning streak makes them one of the form sides in the draw, while Brazil's depth — evidenced by Endrick's immediate impact off the bench — underlines their title credentials. Portugal will need to manage Leao's suspension, and Belgium's clinical finishing will concern any group-stage opponent.
Point of View
And Pochettino's USA, playing on home soil, could not hold them. Brazil's use of Endrick as an impact substitute is tactically significant — it means Dorival Junior has a ready-made Plan B that can change games in the second half. Portugal's Leao suspension is the one genuine concern among the winners; his pace and directness are irreplaceable in the early stages. Belgium's 5-0 margin flatters a Tunisia side reduced to ten men, but De Bruyne's 37th international goal is a reminder that, when fit, he remains one of the most dangerous players in the draw.
NationPress
5 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the results of the FIFA World Cup warm-up friendlies on 7 June?
Brazil beat Egypt 2-1, Germany defeated USA, Portugal overcame Chile, and Belgium thrashed Tunisia 5-0 in a set of pre-tournament friendlies on 7 June. All four sides head into the World Cup with winning momentum.
Who scored for Brazil against Egypt?
Bruno Guimaraes scored in the first half by dispossessing Mohanad Lasheen and slotting into the far corner, while substitute Endrick added the winner in the second half after latching onto a Raphinha cross. Egypt equalised through Mostafa Ziko.
How did Germany extend their winning run ahead of the World Cup?
Germany beat co-hosts USA at Soldier Field in Chicago through goals from Kai Havertz and Leroy Sane, making it nine consecutive victories. Antonee Robinson had equalised for the USA between the two German goals.
Why is Rafael Leao's red card a concern for Portugal?
Rafael Leao was sent off in first-half injury time against Chile for an off-the-ball incident with defender Ivan Roman, meaning he faces a suspension at the start of Portugal's World Cup campaign. His pace and creativity are considered key to Portugal's attacking play.
When do Brazil and Egypt play their first World Cup matches?
Brazil open their campaign against Morocco in New Jersey on the Saturday following the friendly, while Egypt face Belgium in Seattle on 15 June.
