Argentina Beats Brazil in Violence-Marred World Cup Qualifier

Lionel Messi and his team intervene in fan-police clashes, leading to a delayed start and Brazil's first-ever home defeat in World Cup qualifying.

Argentina beat Brazil 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier match that was delayed due to violent clashes between fans and police at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro.
The violence broke out during the national anthems, with Brazilian police charging at Argentine fans, leading to a 30-minute delay in the start of the match.
Argentina's captain Lionel Messi and his team attempted to calm the situation before returning to the locker room, with Messi later stating that the situation 'could have ended in tragedy'.
Brazil's loss marks its first-ever home defeat in World Cup qualifying and its third consecutive defeat in the tournament.
Despite the victory, Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni hinted at considering resignation after the match.