Abu dhabi: Brazil forward Matheus Cunha rewarded manager Carlo Ancelotti's backing with his first two goals at a World Cup as the five-times champions cruised to a 3-0 victory over Haiti on Friday to eliminate their opponents. Vinicius Junior also scored in the first half and was the creator for both of Cunha's strikes before an apparent leg injury forced winger Raphinha off in the 40th minute.

According to Emirates News Agency, the match was a much-improved effort from the Selecao's 1-1 draw against Morocco to open their tournament. The result puts Brazil on four points, above the Atlas Lions in Group C on goal difference.

Haiti became the first team at the World Cup out of contention for the knockout stage after Morocco's 1-0 win over Scotland, who have three points, earlier on Friday. Haiti are at the bottom with no points.