Matheus Cunha
Man UtdCF
Playmaking Forward
May 27, 1999 (27)
Right
6'0"
168 lb
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Brace Friday night
Cunha recorded two goals on two shots in Friday's 3-0 win over Haiti.
Analysis: Cunha would enter the starting XI Friday after a bench role in the opener and didn't disappoint, as the attacker recorded two goals. He started in the 23rd minute when a fortunate bounce found him and the back of the net for the opener, then scored again just 13 minutes later from a Vinicius Junior assist. He should then maintain the starting role as they approach their group stage finale, likely to have beaten out Igor Thiago.
Could be regular starter for Brazil
Cunha could be a regular starter for Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Analysis: Brazil's lone true striker in the squad is 19-year-old forward Endrick, so Cunha might be asked to deploy in that position with the support of Raphinha, Vinicius Junior and potentially Neymar (thigh) behind him. Cunha has played as a striker in the past, and he's coming off a successful season with Manchester United, tallying 10 goals and two assists in 33 EPL outings (29 starts) in 2025/26. Cunha's versatility and ability to play across the attacking third should give him consistent minutes regardless of his role.
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