After securing a narrow 1-0 victory over Uruguay in Conmebol World Cup qualifiersThe Argentinaeven though they were without their star Lionel Messiis set to face Brazil In another matchup with high stakes. With Argentina already at the top of the table, Which result would guarantee qualification for Messi’s national team?
Thanks to a brilliant strike from Thiago AlmadaArgentina claimed an important victory in Montevideo and extended her lead at the top of the Conmebol position by 28 points from 13 matches. Even more importantly, They now have a 15-point advantage compared to Bolivia, which is currently occupying the playoffs. With only 15 points left to play for, it is a scary challenge for Bolivia to catch up.
Although official qualification is not yet confirmed, Mathematics is strong in Argentina’s advantage. Bolivia would have to win every remaining match, while Argentina would have to lose all of her, and Bolivia would have to overcome a significant goal difference (currently -16 for Bolivia and +15 for Argentina).
In this scenario, Argentina can potentially secure qualification before even walking in the field against Brazil. Bolivia plays Uruguay four hours before Argentina’s match, and if Bolivia loses, Argentina will automatically qualify for the World Cup 2026. A draw against Brazil would then seal his place in the tournament.
With 9 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses in the qualifying, Argentina’s place in the World Cup seems.. The four remaining matches after Brazil will also provide an opportunity to get fresh talent, rejuvenate the team and prepare them for the challenges in the future.
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In addition, if Messi Participates in FIFA -VM 2026, He will achieve a historic milestone by becoming the first player ever competing in six World Cup. This would surpass legends like Lothar Matthaus, Rafael Marquez, Gianluigi Buffon and Cristiano Ronaldothat each has five performances.
Argentina’s history of World Cup qualification against Brazil
Argentina will host Brazil, a team that has struggled to find their rhythm without Neymar. For coach Lionel Scaloni and his team, Securing qualification against Brazil would be a huge milestone – especially considering their last meeting.
In 2021, Argentina secured the World Cup qualification with a 0-0-O-fell against Brazil, one of their last matches before won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. By building on this precedent, Argentina will be keen to take another important step towards securing her place in the 2026 tournament.
