Brazil Secures Crucial Win Over Chile in World Cup Qualifiers

Despite early setbacks and key player absences, Brazil managed a comeback victory to climb the qualification standings.

Brazil overcame an early deficit to defeat Chile 2-1 in the World Cup 2026 qualifiers, with goals from Igor Jesus and Luiz Henrique.
The victory moves Brazil to fourth place in the standings, crucial for securing one of the six direct qualification spots.
Eduardo Vargas gave Chile an early lead, but Brazil equalized just before halftime with Igor Jesus scoring on his national team debut.
Brazil played without injured stars Alisson Becker and Vinicius Júnior, which initially affected their performance.
Chile remains in a difficult position, stuck in ninth place and struggling to climb out of their current crisis.