The result leaves the group finely balanced ahead of Haiti's meeting with Scotland later on Saturday in the other group fixture.

For generations, Brazil have entered World Cups as favourites. This time, however, there is an unusual sense of vulnerability surrounding the five-time champions.

"This is the most important time in my life and in my career," the 25-year-old Real Madrid star said on Friday.

Only 10 of the 23-man squad that took Brazil to a disappointing quarter-final exit at the World Cup made the trip to Morocco for the game.