Messi breaks CONMEBOL goal record in Argentina's win as Neymar injured in Brazil defeat
- Messi scored two goals to become CONMEBOL's top World Cup qualifier scorer as Argentina beat Peru 2-0.
- Neymar suffered a serious knee injury and left the field in tears during Brazil's 2-0 loss to Uruguay.
- Argentina remains atop the South American World Cup qualifying standings, while Brazil dropped to third.
- Venezuela, Paraguay, and Uruguay also earned wins in the latest round of qualifiers.
- Messi expressed he will not go on loan from MLS club Inter Miami this winter and intends to play in their season finale.