Brazil Clinches 2026 World Cup Spot After Win

Brazil secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Paraguay 1-0 in São Paulo, with Vinicius Jr. scoring the decisive goal and new coach Carlo Ancelotti earning his first win. Brazil's qualification was clinched not only by their victory but also by Uruguay's earlier win over Venezuela, ensuring Brazil a top-six finish in CONMEBOL. Brazil has 25 points from 16 games, and Paraguay still needs one point to qualify for their first World Cup since 2010. Argentina, the reigning champions, have already secured their World Cup spot. Two qualifying rounds remain, with the South American qualifiers concluding in September. The top six teams earn direct entry, while the seventh enters an intercontinental playoff.