Brazil delivered a commanding performance in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E opener, overpowering Bolivia 4-0 with a clinical display led by Neymar. The Brazilian superstar found the net twice and set up two more goals, underlining his continued importance to the national team. Bolivia struggled to cope with Brazil's fluid attacking patterns and were unable to register a single shot on target.

The first half set the tone as Neymar opened the scoring from the penalty spot after a clumsy challenge inside the box. Minutes later he turned provider, threading a precise through-ball for his teammate to double the lead. Bolivia's defensive line was repeatedly breached by quick one-touch passing that left them chasing shadows.

After the interval Brazil maintained their intensity. Neymar completed his brace with a curling effort from the edge of the area, then laid on the fourth goal with another incisive pass. The result leaves Brazil top of Group E on goal difference after matchday one, sending an early warning to their rivals.