Argentina, reigning world champion, was beaten Thursday in Paraguay in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup (2-1). The Albiceleste, however, remains at the top of the ranking.
Lionel Messi and his teammates had ideally started this game played in Asuncion by opening the scoring in the 11th minute through Lautaro Martinez. But the Paraguayans quickly responded, thanks to a goal from Antonio Sanabria (19th), before taking the advantage at the start of the 2nd half with a success from Omar Alderete (47th).
With 3 points ahead of Colombia, which plays Friday in Uruguay, Argentina is still first in qualifying for the next World Cup. Paraguay occupies the 6th and last directly qualifying place.
Brazil held in check
Brazil, with a lackluster Vinicius who notably missed a penalty, escaped the Venezuelan trap with a tense draw (1-1) which will leave him with regrets.
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After a start to the year 2024 to forget, the Seleçao, which continues its convalescence with its new coach Dorival Junior appointed in March, nevertheless took its 7th point in 3 meetings and returned to the top of the ranking (3rd with 17 points to 5 from Argentina).
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