SAO PAOLO: A goal by Vinicius Junior secured Brazil a place in the 2026 World Cup, quite a momentous home debut for Carlo Ancelotti as head coach. The once prolific duo at Real Madrid helped Brazil to a 1-0 win over Paraguay at Sao Paulo. Ecuador secured its place at next year’s global tournament later Tuesday with a 0-0 draw at Peru. Defending champion Argentina, held to a 1-1 draw by Colombia, had already qualified and are assured of finishing atop South American qualifying. Ecuador and Brazil each have 25 points in the standings, but the Ecuadorians are in second spot based on victories.

Real Madrid forward Vinicus Jr hands Carlo Ancelotti his first victory as Brazil manager as five-time winners book 2026 World Cup spot.

Nel giorno del suo 66° compleanno, Carlo Ancelotti festeggia la qualificazione del Brasile ai Mondiali 2026 battendo 1-0 il Paraguay. Seleçao promossa due turni d’anticipo.…

SAO PAOLO: A goal by Vinicius Junior secured Brazil a place in the 2026 World Cup, quite a momentous home debut for Carlo Ancelotti as head coach. The once prolific duo at Real…

Brazil’s first win under Ancelotti confirms their spot, while the Palestinian World Cup dream is crushed by a late goal.