Brazil secured its spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 1–0 triumph over Paraguay in São Paulo on Tuesday. The decisive moment came from Real Madrid forward VinÃcius Júnior, who netted in the 44th minute to deliver the nation’s first win under new coach Carlo Ancelotti .
This victory marks Brazil's 23rd consecutive appearance in the World Cup and holds added significance as it represents Ancelotti’s inaugural success at the helm of the Seleção . The match demonstrated improved control and cohesion, offering a solid foundation for Ancelotti's strategic vision.
Ancelotti himself praised the win, stating, “I’m very happy with today’s result. We needed to win at home for our fans and to secure World Cup qualification, which was our goal” . With 25 points and two matches remaining, Brazil now stands comfortably out of reach in CONMEBOL’s qualification table .
The result not only reinforces Brazil’s remarkable consistency — having qualified for every World Cup since the tournament's inception — but also signals a promising start to the Ancelotti era. Despite not producing their most fluid performance, the team’s defensive tenacity and decisive finishing were sufficient to secure a vital victory .
As Brazil prepares for the 2026 tournament to be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Ancelotti will have the opportunity to further integrate his tactical approach and fine-tune the squad ahead of their next two qualifiers.
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