That expanded field means Argentina is already well on its way to a World Cup return, but the table is tightening up. Brazil have recovered after a slow start, while Colombia and Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay are dangerous but have had hiccups and Bolivia had won three in a row to thicken the plot in the race for the final

Argentina close out their March international break with a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Brazil.

Argentina and Brazil renew their famous rivalry in a massive World Cup qualifier tonight. Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires plays host to one of the biggest games in world football as both South American giants continue on the road to next summer’s tournament in the United States,