Lionel Messi Applauds Argentina's Record-Breaking Win Over Brazil

Lionel Messi, Argentina's iconic captain, expressed his pride and admiration for his teammates following their historic 4-1 victory over Brazil in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Despite being sidelined due to an injury, Messi closely followed the match and shared his reaction on social media, applauding the team's exceptional performance.

The Albiceleste, under coach Lionel Scaloni, showcased their dominance at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires, securing their qualification for the upcoming World Cup. This victory marked a significant milestone, as it was the first time Argentina scored four goals against Brazil in World Cup qualifying history.

The match saw an impressive display of skill and teamwork from Argentina. Julián Álvarez opened the scoring in the 4th minute, followed by a goal from Enzo Fernández in the 12th minute. Brazil managed to pull one back through Matheus Cunha in the 26th minute, but Argentina quickly regained control. Alexis Mac Allister extended the lead in the 37th minute, and Giuliano Simeone sealed the victory with a goal in the 71st minute.