Brazil, Uruguay Draw 1-1 in Qualifier

In a tense World Cup qualifier match, Uruguay held Brazil to a 1-1 draw in Salvador, with Federico Valverde scoring for Uruguay and Gerson equalizing for Brazil shortly after. Despite Brazil dominating possession and having more attempts, they struggled with finishing, which resulted in their second consecutive draw, leaving them fifth in the CONMEBOL standings with 18 points. Uruguay's solid defensive performance, led by goalkeeper Sergio Rochet, proved crucial, as he made several key saves to maintain the draw and secure their second-place position with 20 points. Both teams expressed disappointment at not securing the win, with Gerson stating he would trade his goal for a victory. Brazil's players acknowledged the booing from fans, suggesting it stemmed from frustration over the result rather than their effort on the pitch. The draw leaves Brazil at risk of falling further behind in their quest for World Cup qualification.