Brazilian Black Jaguar Predicts Tough World Cup Win for Brazil Over Scotland

A black jaguar named Poty has emerged as a new animal oracle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, forecasting a victory for Brazil over Scotland in their upcoming Group C match. The prediction was made on Monday at Rio de Janeiro's BioParque, where Poty participated in a lighthearted forecasting event in front of soccer fans and residents.

Placed before two enrichment boxes representing Brazil and Scotland, Poty sniffed both options before confidently selecting the Brazil box. However, she briefly returned to inspect the Scotland choice, a moment that BioParque biologist Caio de Souza Silva said should not be overlooked. “Maybe it indicates a tough game for us,” Silva noted. “Maybe it’s a win, but it could also be a more complicated match. Hopefully we don’t concede a goal, but it may suggest a more physical game for Brazil.”

The Group C clash between Brazil and Scotland is scheduled to take place on Wednesday in Miami. Both teams are vying for advancement: Brazil co-leads the group with Morocco at four points each, though Brazil leads on goal difference. Scotland holds three points and could still advance regardless of the result. Morocco’s next opponent will be Haiti, which has yet to earn any points in the tournament.

While the jaguar’s forecast is mostly symbolic, it has added a layer of local flavor to the World Cup buildup in Brazil. Poty, a natural predator known for her strength and agility, has quickly captured the attention of fans and media alike as an unconventional predictor of match outcomes.