Brazil Argentina Prediction World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

Argentina leads the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, but Brazil's historical advantage makes them favorites in the upcoming clash. Tune in for the action!

As we approach Matchday 6 of the CONMEBOL qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Argentina finds themselves at the top of the standings, having won four out of five qualifiers. However, their recent 2-0 defeat against Uruguay in Buenos Aires marked the first time they conceded in five matches, breaking a streak of four clean sheets. This has posed a challenge for Marcelo Bielsa's squad as they aim for qualification for the 2026 finals.

On the other hand, Brazil is positioned in fifth place with seven points from five games, facing the risk of dropping further down the qualification table. Their recent 2-1 loss to Colombia, despite initially leading in Colombia, has added to their challenges. With key players like Neymar and Vinícius Júnior unavailable, the responsibility to score for Brazil may fall on the shoulders of Gabriel Martinelli and Rodrygo.

The upcoming clash between Argentina and Brazil features two South American sides comfortable in possession, with both teams boasting impressive passing statistics. Despite Brazil's offensive challenges, Argentina faces a formidable defensive task. If Argentina manages to keep a clean sheet in this match, it would mark the first time they have shut out opponents in three consecutive away games across World Cup qualification.

In the head-to-head history of World Cup qualifiers, Brazil has never lost to Argentina on home turf. They have maintained a stronghold in home qualifiers against their arch-rivals and haven't conceded a goal in a home qualifier versus Argentina since June 2004.

Lionel Messi, Argentina's talisman, seeks to add to his impressive tally of 106 international goals across 179 caps. However, he has never scored a competitive goal against Brazil, despite scoring five goals against them in international matches.

Considering Brazil's historical success in home qualifiers against Argentina, they enter this match as clear favorites. The absence of key players, including Vinícius Júnior, adds to Brazil's challenges. The prediction leans towards more success for Brazil in this crucial qualifier. However, a draw would be seen as a positive result for Argentina, especially considering the injury issues plaguing the Brazilian squad.

The Brazil vs Argentina clash in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers is scheduled to kick off at 6:00 AM IST on Wednesday. Don't miss the thrilling encounter as these football powerhouses battle it out for supremacy. Tune in to FanCode for an immersive streaming experience and witness the drama unfold on the field. The Brazil vs Argentina football match will not be broadcast on any television channel in India.