Argentina delivered a commanding performance with a resounding 4-1 victory over Brazil, showcasing their dominance on the pitch.

The reigning world champions stormed into the match, scoring three goals in the first half to establish an early stronghold.

Lionel Scaloni’s side struck just four minutes into the game when Thiago Almada threaded a precise pass into the penalty area, finding Julián Álvarez, who calmly slotted the ball home to put Argentina 1-0 ahead.

Minutes later, Argentina doubled their lead with a well-executed team goal. A series of passes led to Nahuel Molina delivering a pinpoint cross into the box, where Enzo Fernández finished clinically to make it 2-0.

Despite Argentina’s dominance, Brazil found a breakthrough after a defensive lapse. Cristian Romero lost possession under pressure, allowing Matheus Cunha to capitalize and reduce the deficit to 2-1.

However, Argentina quickly reasserted control. Enzo Fernández turned provider, delivering a precise cross into the box, which Alexis Mac Allister converted to restore Argentina’s two-goal cushion at 3-1 before halftime.

In the second half, Argentina continued to dictate play, and Scaloni introduced Giuliano Simeone in place of Thiago Almada.

Simeone made an immediate impact, scoring his first goal for the national team from a tight angle to extend Argentina’s lead to 4-1.

The World Cup winners continued to create chances, with Scaloni making further substitutions, bringing on Facundo Medina, Nico Paz, Ángel Correa, and Exequiel Palacios for Nicolás Tagliafico, Alexis Mac Allister, and Julián Álvarez.

Already qualified for the World Cup before the match, Argentina reinforced their position at the top of the table with a statement victory over their arch-rivals.

BDST: 1016 HRS, MAR 26, 2025
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