India, June 20 -- Brazil did not walk into the Haiti match merely needing a win. They needed evidence. The 1-1 draw against Morocco had not created panic, but it had reopened familiar doubts around the five-time world champions: too much dependence on individual brilliance, not enough attacking connection, an unclear centre-forward role, an imbalance between the two flanks, and a midfield that still needed to prove it could control matches without looking slow or stretched.

The 3-0 win over Haiti gave Carlo Ancelotti something to work with. It gave Brazil points, rhythm, goals and a cleaner public mood. It also moved them to the top of Group C on goal difference and eliminated Haiti from the tournament. But the more important question is...