Argentina Dominates Brazil 4-1 in World Cup Qualifiers, Securing 2026 Spot
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Argentina Dominates Brazil 4-1 in World Cup Qualifiers, Securing 2026 Spot

Argentina clinches a spot in the 2026 World Cup with a stunning 4-1 victory over Brazil, showcasing their depth without Lionel Messi.

Hey there! The men’s international break came to a dramatic close on Tuesday with Argentina’s big win over Brazil, while the U.S. women’s national team is gearing up for their next international window with a roster announcement. I’m Pardeep Cattry with the latest.

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⚽ The Forward Line

🇦🇷 Argentina put four past Brazil

No Lionel Messi, no problem for Argentina – the reigning world champions collected a 4-1 win over Brazil on Tuesday, ensuring their place at the 2026 World Cup. Julian Alvarez and Enzo Fernandez scored to give Argentina a 2-0 lead by the 12th minute. Matheus Cunha halved the deficit but goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Giuliano Simeone sealed a commanding victory.

Argentina ends this month’s international break with an eight-point lead over second-place Ecuador and qualified for the World Cup with five games to spare, showcasing the effectiveness of their qualification campaign. Despite being without their star player, manager Lionel Scaloni successfully tested their squad depth.

🔗 Midfield Link Play

🇺🇸 Rodman returns for the USWNT

Trinity Rodman has returned to the U.S. women’s national team for the first time since last summer’s Olympic Games. She is joining the squad for friendlies against Brazil next month, bringing valuable experience to a roster filled with newcomers as head coach Emma Hayes continues to experiment ahead of the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Here is the full roster:

Goalkeepers (3):

  • Jane Campbell (Houston Dash)
  • Mandy McGlynn (Utah Royals)
  • Phallon Tullis-Joyce (Manchester United)

Defenders (8):

  • Alana Cook (Kansas City Current)
  • Tierna Davidson (Gotham FC)
  • Crystal Dunn (Paris Saint-Germain)
  • Emily Fox (Arsenal FC)
  • Tara McKeown (Washington Spirit)
  • Avery Patterson (Houston Dash)
  • Emily Sams (Orlando Pride)
  • Emily Sonnett (Gotham FC)

Midfielders (6):

  • Korbin Albert (Paris Saint-Germain)
  • Sam Coffey (Portland Thorns FC)
  • Lindsey Heaps (Olympique Lyon)
  • Claire Hutton (Kansas City Current)
  • Jaedyn Shaw (North Carolina Courage)
  • Lily Yohannes (Ajax)

Forwards (7):

  • Michelle Cooper (Kansas City Current)
  • Ashley Hatch (Washington Spirit)
  • Catarina Macario (Chelsea FC, ENG)
  • Trinity Rodman (Washington Spirit)
  • Yazmeen Ryan (Houston Dash)
  • Ally Sentnor (Utah Royals)
  • Alyssa Thompson (Angel City FC)

Hayes has begun the process of selecting a new starting goalkeeper as Alyssa Naeher will retire after 2024. The upcoming friendlies against Brazil on April 5 at SoFi Stadium and April 8 in San Jose will be crucial for new and established players alike.

Hayes: “Each of the goalkeepers competing for spots must take their chances when they get them.”

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