Argentina have celebrated their qualification for the 2026 World Cup by dominating their longtime rivals Brazil in a 4-1 victory at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires. The match characterized a significant moment as Argentina, already assured of their World Cup place following Bolivia’s 0-0 draw with Uruguay, showcased their supremacy over Brazil with an impressive performance. Goals from Julian Alvarez, Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, and Giuliano Simeone solidified Argentina’s dominance, with the latter’s acrobatic strike in the 71st minute standing out. The victory ensures Argentina’s qualification for the upcoming tournament in North America with four matches to spare, while Brazil’s hopes for the same are now in jeopardy, prompting apologies from coach Dorival Junior and captain Marquinhos. Brazil’s coach expressed disappointment over the team’s poor start and overall performance, while Marquinhos acknowledged the team’s collective failure and the need for improvement. Elsewhere in South American qualification matches, Ecuador, Uruguay, and Colombia all faced draws, keeping Ecuador in second place and Uruguay in third due to goal difference. Venezuela’s narrow 1-0 win over Peru offered them a boost in their quest for a first-ever World Cup qualification.

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