Football/ Argentina crushes Brazil 4-1 in World Cup qualifying clash
In a stunning display of dominance, Argentina outclassed Brazil 4-1 in a high-stakes 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Estadio Monumental. The Albiceleste, already qualified after Bolivia-Uruguay’s draw, celebrated in style with Julian Alvarez opening the scoring early (4’).
Enzo Fernandez (12’) and Alexis Mac Allister (37’) extended the lead before Brazil’s Matheus Cunha pulled one back (27’). Substitute Giuliano Simeone sealed the rout late (71’), leaving Brazil reeling in fourth place.
Meanwhile, Colombia squandered a two-goal lead against Paraguay, settling for a 2-2 draw despite Luis Diaz’s lightning strike (1’).
Venezuela edged Peru 1-0 thanks to Salomón Rondón’s penalty, boosting their playoff hopes, while Ecuador and Chile played out a goalless stalemate.
Key Takeaways:
- Argentina’s statement winreaffirms their South American supremacy.
- Brazil’s struggles deepen, winless against Argentina since 2019.
- Venezuela leapfrogs Boliviain the race for the playoff spot.
With the qualifiers heating up, Argentina’s form looms large, while Brazil faces mounting pressure to revive their campaign.
