Matheus Cunha played his first match since signing for Manchester United last week but things didn’t quite go to plan.
The £62.5 million ($84.3 million) forward featured as a substitute in Brazil’s goalless draw with Ecuador, failing to make an impact from the bench in Carlo Ancelotti’s first game as manager.
However, Brazil’s second 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier of the June international period saw him upgraded to the starting lineup and he left an impression on his new national team boss as the Seleção narrowly beat Paraguay 1–0 to confirm their place at next summer’s tournament.
Here’s how Cunha fared for Brazil.






