Already secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup thanks to Bolivia and Uruguay’s draw, Argentina turned the night into a celebration with a dominant 4-1 victory over Brazil at El Monumental. Free from the pressure but full of resolve, Lionel Scaloni’s side delivered a thrilling performance for the home fans, reinforcing their regional supremacy.
Julián Álvarez put Argentina ahead early, with Enzo Fernández and Alexis Mac Allister adding to the scoreline. Brazil briefly responded through Matheus Cunha after a defensive mistake, but substitute Giuliano Simeone sealed the victory with a powerful strike off the crossbar.
For Brazil, the loss adds to their struggles in a difficult qualifying campaign. Head coach Dorival Júnior, who was brought in to steady the ship, is now under increasing scrutiny. Despite initial optimism, the team has failed to find consistency or cohesion, and questions surrounding Júnior’s future are growing.
Argentina, on the other hand, continue to impress. With their World Cup qualification confirmed and their rivalry with Brazil once again tilted in their favor, this emphatic win sends a strong message, reaffirming their place among the world’s elite.
