Simeone scores, Argentina crushes Brazil 4-1

Even though Argentina became the first South American team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, they still did not play lightly against their opponent Brazil in the 14th round of qualifying.

The South American derby at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires was heated from the start as Argentina dominated Brazil. Lionel Scaloni's side were in high spirits after a 1-0 away win over Uruguay.

In less than 15 minutes of the match, Argentina dominated and soon led Brazil 2-0 with goals from Enzo Fernandez and Alvarez.

In the 6th minute, Julián Alvarez handled the ball at a high level and then shot into the Brazilian net, helping the home team take a 1-0 lead. In the 12th minute, Enzo Fernández materialized the home team's beautiful arrangement, tapping the ball into the Brazilian net.

A real shock is taking place at the Monumental stadium. Not many people expected Brazil to lose so weakly.

Chelsea star scores against Brazil.

Despite Lionel Messi's absence due to a groin injury, coach Scaloni has helped Argentina find alternative options. If Thiago Almada shone with a beautiful goal against Uruguay, then in the match against Brazil, Alvarez and Fernández spoke up.

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

In the 38th minute, Alexis Mac Allister had a delicate escape and handling to help Argentina lead 3-1. The "Selecao" defense played extremely badly when the first half had not yet ended.

Brazil played poorly on Argentina's field.

Despite being behind, Brazil still could not control the ball and attack coherently against Argentina. The home team even dominated Brazil in the second half and almost scored to increase the score to 4-1.

Besides Messi, Argentina is also missing many key players such as Lautaro Martinez, Paulo Dybala (injured), Nico Gonzalez (suspended after the match against Uruguay).

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

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