Defending world champions Argentina have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada, and the United States of America.
The Albiceleste booked their ticket with an easy 4-1 thrashing of fiercest rival Brazil in the CONMEBOL qualifiers.
Julian Alvarez handed Scaloni’s side the lead four minutes into the game. The home team’s lead was doubled by Chelsea man Enzo Fernandez in the 12th minute.
Wolverhampton Wanderers star Matheus Cunha pulled one back for the Brazilians after dispossessing Cristian Romero before firing home from the edge of the penalty box in the 26th minute.
The Argentinians restored their two-goal lead through Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister few minutes to the end of the first half.
Giuliano Simeone, son of Argentina legend and Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone rounded off the victory for Argentina.
A 0-0 draw between Uruguay and Bolivia earlier on Tuesday had sealed Argentina’s spot at the 2026 World Cup as they became the first South American team to qualify.
