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A touching moment for Cunha's mother. |
Given a starting opportunity by coach Carlo Ancelotti, the Manchester United striker did not disappoint. He scored two goals in the first half, making a significant contribution to helping "Selecao" secure all three points and move closer to a place in the knockout round.
This also marked Cunha's first start at a World Cup , fulfilling a dream he missed out on in the 2022 tournament. After each goal, the 27-year-old striker performed his familiar "surfing" celebration, expressing his overwhelming joy on this special day.
However, the most touching moment came from the stands. Television cameras captured Cunha's mother bursting into tears of happiness as she watched her son shine on the biggest football stage on the planet. She repeatedly clutched her chest and wiped away tears in overwhelming emotion. These emotional images quickly went viral on social media.
Not only did Cunha score a brace, but he also delivered a comprehensive performance in his 64 minutes on the pitch. Statistics show he touched the ball 41 times, had 3 appearances in the opponent's penalty area, and made 6 passes into the final third of the pitch.
In addition to his attacking abilities, the Brazilian forward also actively contributed to defense. Cunha made two tackles, one interception, recovered the ball five times, and won four duels.
Cunha's outstanding performance against Haiti could be a turning point that helps him solidify his position in the Brazilian national team, and open up the opportunity to become a key player for the "Selecao" on their journey to conquer the 2026 World Cup.
Source: https://znews.vn/me-cunha-khoc-nuc-no-post1661556.html






























































