Argentina will get the chance to defend its World Cup title in 2026 after becoming the first South American team to qualify for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico next year.

Argentina produced a stunning performance to hammer their arch-rivals Brazil 4-1 in the World Cup Qualifiers. With both teams coming off a win, expectations were sky-high for this riveting contest; however, the reigning World champions made it a one-sided affair.

Argentina celebrated their 2026 World Cup qualification with a dazzling 4-1 thrashing of arch-rivals Brazil in Buenos Aires on Tuesday.Venezuela boosted their hopes of a first-ever World Cup qualification with a 1-0 win over Peru in Maturin.