Overview
- Argentina officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on March 25, 2025, after a 0-0 draw between Bolivia and Uruguay secured their top-six spot in South American qualifiers.
- Hours later, Argentina dominated Brazil 4-1 in Buenos Aires, with goals from Julián Álvarez, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister, and Giuliano Simeone.
- The victory extended Argentina's 16-year unbeaten home streak against their historic rivals, Brazil, who last won in Argentina in 2009.
- Both teams were without their star players, Lionel Messi and Neymar, but Argentina showcased their depth and strength under coach Lionel Scaloni.
- This qualification marks Argentina's 19th consecutive World Cup appearance, continuing an unbroken streak since 1974, as they aim to defend their 2022 championship title.