Can Argentina Secure Their World Cup Spot After Uruguay Win?

Argentina Moves Closer to World Cup Qualification with Narrow Victory Over Uruguay

In a pivotal match, Argentina secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Uruguay, placing them on the verge of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The reigning world champions only need to earn a single point from their remaining five qualifying matches to secure their ticket to the tournament.

Match Overview

The match, held in Montevideo, saw the home side initially dominate the play. However, neither team managed to create significant scoring opportunities in the first half. Missing key players such as Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martínez, and Lisandro Martínez due to injuries, Argentina struggled to find their rhythm until the second half.

In the 68th minute, Thiago Almada broke the deadlock with a stunning curling shot that found the back of the net. Despite a valiant effort from Uruguay, the match continued to see Argentina pinned back, ultimately finishing with ten men after Nicolás González received a red card in stoppage time for an accidental facial collision with midfielder Nahitan Nandez.

Current Standings in South American Qualification

As the South American qualification group heats up, ten nations are battling for just six coveted spots in the World Cup. Following 13 rounds of matches, Argentina leads with a total of 28 points, ahead of:

The current seventh-place team, which is Bolivia, will enter a playoff tournament for a final World Cup spot, underscoring the highly competitive nature of the qualifying phase.