Simeone scores as Argentina thrash Brazil 4-1.

Even though Argentina became the first South American team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, they didn't hold back against Brazil in their 14th qualifying match.

The highly anticipated South American derby at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires heated up from the start as Argentina dominated Brazil. Coach Lionel Scaloni's team was in high spirits after their 1-0 victory over Uruguay away from home.

In less than 15 minutes of the match, Argentina dominated and quickly took a 2-0 lead against Brazil with goals from Enzo Fernandez and Alvarez.

In the 6th minute, Julián Alvarez produced a superb piece of skill before shooting the ball into the net, giving the home team a 1-0 lead. Then, in the 12th minute, Enzo Fernández capitalized on a beautiful attacking move by the home team, tapping the ball into the net.

A real shock is unfolding at the Monumental stadium. Not many people expected Brazil to suffer such a humiliating defeat so early in the game.

The Chelsea star scored against Brazil.

Despite Lionel Messi's absence due to a groin injury, coach Scaloni still managed to find replacements for Argentina. While Thiago Almada shone with a spectacular goal against Uruguay, Alvarez and Fernández made their mark in the match against Brazil.

Subsequent efforts helped Brazil pull back a goal through Cunha in the 26th minute. However, Argentina continued to prove they are the best team in the region at the moment.

In the 38th minute, Alexis Mac Allister broke through and executed a skillful move to give Argentina a 3-1 lead. The "Selecao" defense was playing extremely poorly even before the first half ended.

Brazil played poorly on the pitch against Argentina.

Despite falling behind, Brazil were unable to control possession and launch coherent attacks against Argentina. In fact, the home team dominated Brazil in the second half and nearly scored a fourth goal.

Besides Messi, Argentina is also missing several key players such as Lautaro Martinez and Paulo Dybala (due to injury), and Nico Gonzalez (suspended after the match against Uruguay).

Brazil continues to show inconsistency with their disjointed style of play. Coach Dorival Junior's team is currently third with 21 points and also has a good chance of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. However, their away form is inconsistent, winning only 1 of their last 5 away matches in the qualifiers (1 win, 1 draw, 3 losses).

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