As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off in Mexico City with a comfortable win for the co-host nation against South Africa, the sports craze is reaching all parts of the world.
Brazilian streets witness the return of World Cup street art as football fever grips Rio De Janeiro and fans paint portraits of their favorite superstars.
Two neighborhoods, Tijuca and Saude, have turned green and yellow in the hope that the five-time world champions would bring the trophy again this year.
To support Brazil’s national team, residents of Rio have filled the streets with outdoor murals in green and yellow.
In addition to expressing support for the team, these paintings also express national unity. It is a historic tradition in the Brazilian city to paint the streets ahead of a global tournament. This year’s ritual follows the custom of bringing the neighbors together.
As Brazil chases the World Cup crown once again, the murals serve to keep the soccer craze alive in the city.
Brazil 26-man squad for FIFA World Cup campaign:
Goalkeepers
Defenders
- Alex Sandro
- Bremen
- Danilo
- Douglas Santos
- Gabriel Magalhees
- Ibanez
- Leo Pereira
- Marquinhos
- Wesley
Midfielders
- Bruno Guimaraes
- Casemiro
- Danilo Santos
- Fabinho
- Lucas Paqueta
Extenders
- Endrick
- Gabriel Martinelli
- Igor Thiago
- Luiz Henrique
- Matheus Cunha
- Neymar Jr
- Raphinha
- Ryan
- Vinicius Junior
The South American country is placed in Group C along with Morocco, Haiti and Scotland. It is set to play its first match on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
