2026 FIFA World Cup grows when First Conmebol Nation to qualify

The excitement around 2026 FIFA VM Continues to build when it becomes the first edition worth of three different countries. With USAThe Canadaand Mexico Prepares for the international event, A Conmebol Nation has emerged as the first to secure a place in the tournament.

Before their collision toward Brazil In Buenos Aires, Argentina has become the first Conmebol nation to qualify for the World Cup 2026. Lionel MessiThe site joins Japan, New Zealand and Iran as the fourth team that is not worth securing their ticket.

Sits at the top of the table, Argentina dominated Conmebol World Cup qualifier and earned 28 points from 13 matches, with 9 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses. After Bolivia failed to defeat Uruguay, Albiceleste secured automatic qualification five matches before the competition ended.

Now that the qualification is secured, Argentina’s focus changes to maintaining speed and defending the World Cup trophy as they claimed in 2022 in Qatar. Last time they were in this position because defending champions were in the 1990 -World Cup in Italywhere the team, led by Diego Maradonawere defeated in the final by Germany.

Beyond Brazil, Argentina’s remaining scheduled matches in the Conmebol qualifier are against Chile, Colombia, Venezuela and Ecuador. Although they have secured their participation in the World Cup 2026, both the team and the coach Lionel Scaloni will strive to maximize their remaining games to prepare for a competitive squad.

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Argentina’s desire to continue a winning line

VM 2026 is expected to be the last tournament for Messi and several other key players, for example Nicolas Otamendi. In addition, retirement of legend Angel di Maria From international duty, marks a significant loss compared to the team that won in Qatar. Still, Argentina remains in strong form.

Messi’s national team currently has the World Cup, Copa America (After winning the last two editions), And the finalissima trophyclaimed in a victory over Italy. Argentina also sits on top of the FIFA ranking. While other dominant teams such as Spain, Germany, Brazil, France and England continue to emerge, Argentina has strengthened its status as one of the best challengers for the World Cup 2026.