In a historic 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Maracana stadium, world champions Argentina secured a momentous 1-0 victory against rivals Brazil.
Nicolas Otamendi, former Manchester City defender, scored the lone goal on the 63rd minute with a powerful header from a corner. The defeat marks the first time Brazil has lost a home game in the World Cup qualifiers.
The match, marred by a brawl between rival fans, led to a delay of 27 minutes, during which police intervened to control the situation.
Despite the disruptions, Argentina leads South American World Cup qualifying with 15 points from six games, while Brazil currently sits in sixth position.
