Brazil secured its spot in the 2026 World Cup after defeating Paraguay 1-0 this Tuesday in Sao Paulo.This victory represents the first triumph for the new coach, Carlo Ancelotti, who had previously drawn 0-0 with Ecuador in his debut.The only goal of the match was scored by Vinícius Júnior, Real Madrid forward, in the second half of the game.
The player also added:I am very happy with today’s result. We needed to win at home for our fans and qualify for the World Cup, which was our goal.
Vinícius Júnior
With this result, Brazil has 25 points and, with two matchdays remaining, has already secured a place among the six direct CONMEBOL spots for the tournament to be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada next year.Brazil maintains its record of never having missed a World Cup. Argentina, the current champion, and Ecuador are the other CONMEBOL teams that already have their place secured in the World Cup, after the South American qualifiers of 18 matches.Now Ancelotti will have more time to work, to see what he can improve. Today was not one of our best matches, but the important thing in the standings is to win and prepare well for the World Cup.
Vinícius Júnior
