BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Defending champion Argentina qualified for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday when Bolivia failed to beat Uruguay. Argentina leads South American qualifying and hosts archrival Brazil at the Monumental de Nunez Stadium later Tuesday.

Argentina becomes the first South American team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after a draw between Uruguay and Bolivia. The 2022 World Cup winners are assured a top-six finish, securing a spot in the tournament to be held in the U.

Uruguay faced Argentina in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, where Thiago Almada secured the victory for La Albiceleste with a stunning goal. Here, you can watch the goal and the match highlights.