2026 WCQ: ANCELOTTI QUALIFIES BRAZIL FOR WORLD CUP WITH WIN OVER PARAGUAY.
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2026 WCQ: ANCELOTTI QUALIFIES BRAZIL FOR WORLD CUP WITH WIN OVER PARAGUAY.

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Brazil has officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after securing a 1-0 win over Paraguay in Sao Paulo. 


The match, which marked Carlo Ancelotti's first game in charge of Brazil, saw Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior score the only goal in the second half, and this victory puts the country on 25 points with only two rounds remaining, guaranteeing them one of CONMEBOL's six automatic spots in the World Cup.


Meanwhile, Argentina and Ecuador have already secured their spots in the tournament.


Brazil's qualification marks a significant milestone, as they have never failed to qualify for the World Cup in the tournament's history. 


The team's win over Paraguay was a composed and confident performance, showcasing their strong defensive record and ability to control the game, and with this qualification, Brazil is set to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico

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Published on June 13, 2025
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