Brazil beat Panama 6-2 today in an international friendly at the Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro, with six different Brazil players scoring.
Quick Scoop
The match kicked off on May 31, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. ET / 2:30 p.m. PT / 10:30 p.m. BST, and Brazil used it as part of their build-up for the 2026 World Cup.
What stood out
- Vinícius Júnior scored early.
- Casemiro added two first-half goals.
- Brazil kept pouring it on after halftime, scoring four more.
- Panama did get on the board twice, including an own goal by Matheus Cunha and a late goal from Carlos Harvey.
Context
Brazil entered the game under Carlo Ancelotti, and reports said Neymar was unavailable because of a calf issue.
The result was a strong statement in a friendly, especially with Brazil hosting at home in front of 72,140 fans.
Match snapshot
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Final score | Brazil 6, Panama 2 |
| Venue | Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro |
| Date | May 31, 2026 |
| Competition | International friendly |
Bottom line
If you were looking for the result, the answer is simple: Brazil won convincingly, 6-2.