FIFA World Cup 2026: Matheus Cunha's solo goal the only bright spot for Brazil as Argentina dominates 4-1; fans say he is on fire

It was an easy evening for Argentina, the defending champions who hosted arch-rivals Brazil in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers match on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Argentina beat Brazil 4-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match with Giuliano Simeone, Julian Alvarez, Alexis Mac Allister, and Enzo Fernandes scoring the goals. While on the other hand, Matheus Cunha was the only one who scored for Brazil.

Argentina qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 after Bolivia drew against the defeat. The mega clash between traditional rivals with a plethora of stars on the field was thrilling to watch!

The match was an indication that Brazil has a long way to go before booking their spot, and now it stands in the fourth position with 21 points.

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Argentina becomes the first team to book their place at the 2026 World Cup

With scoring 4 goals against Brazil, Argentina became the first team from South America to secure their place at the 2026 World Cup after Bolivia could only draw their crucial qualifier against Uruguay. Julian Alvarez became the star performer by scoring the first goal in just 4 minutes, leaving the Brazil fans biting their nails.

Following the first goal, the second came from Enzo Fernandes, and it eventually became a long night for Brazil. While it was a big match for Brazil too, as they were second in the points table at the moment, even with qualification already in the bag.

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The match took over the excitement when Matheus Cunha finally scored the first goal for Brazil in the 26th minute. But Argentina restored their two-goal lead in the 37th minute through Alexis Mac Allister, which was another super team move.

Big day for Argentina fans, but Brazil fans praise Matheus Cunha

The luck was in favor of Argentina on Tuesday, while amid this, a Reddit thread has garnered a massive reaction from fans of the ends.

One said, "The shit talking from Brazil absolutely back fired."

While another said, "Couldn¡¯t happen to a nicer guy."

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"Cunha has been on fire this season, let him do his thing," another wrote.

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