CurrentReport Blog Argentina captain Lionel Messi has expressed his admiration for his team’s impressive performance in their 4-1 victory over Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday night. Although Messi was not involved in the match, his teammates, including Julián Álvarez, Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, and Giuliano Simeone, were the stars of the show, securing a commanding win at Buenos Aires’ iconic stadium.
Argentina’s Resounding Victory in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
The match, which was highly anticipated by football fans across South America, saw Argentina deliver a stunning performance. Four goals from Álvarez, Fernandez, Mac Allister, and Simeone sent Brazil packing with a humiliating 4-1 loss. Argentina’s performance was a testament to their strength and unity, as they continued their solid run in the qualifiers under the guidance of head coach Lionel Scaloni.
Despite not playing in the game, Messi took to social media on Wednesday to congratulate his teammates for the outstanding result. The Barcelona legend, who has been instrumental in Argentina’s success in recent years, shared a heartfelt message on his Instagram story.
Messi’s Message to His Teammates
“Inside, outside, wherever it may be with this National Team. Always SPEAKING through football,” Messi wrote in his post, emphasizing the team’s unity and passion for the game. He further congratulated the squad for their efforts, saying, “Congratulations on the great match you played last night and also on the win against Uruguay.”
Argentina’s Current Position in the South American Standings
Following the dominant win, Argentina has strengthened their position at the top of the South American World Cup qualifiers standings. With 31 points from 14 matches, Argentina remains in prime position to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Brazil, on the other hand, remains in fourth place with 21 points, reflecting the challenges ahead for Dorival Junior’s side as they strive to bounce back in the remaining fixtures.
The Road Ahead for Both Teams
Argentina’s victory over Brazil has solidified their status as one of the top contenders for qualification in the 2026 World Cup, while Brazil will need to regroup and make necessary adjustments if they are to close the gap on the teams ahead of them in the standings.
The South American qualifiers are heating up, and with leaders like Messi still in form and hungry for success, Argentina will be a formidable opponent for any team in the region.
