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Peter McVitie

Argentina will defend their title! Reigning champions book spot at 2026 World Cup after Bolivia fail to beat Uruguay prior to Superclasico de las Americas against Brazil

Argentina will head into their World Cup qualifying clash against Brazil safe in the knowledge their place in the competition is already confirmed.

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  • Uruguay draw sends Argentina into World Cup
  • Will get chance to defend their 2022 title
  • Face Brazil hours after sealing qualification
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Hours before the 2022 World Cup winners take on their fierce rivals in Buenos Aires, La Albiceleste learned that they are already through to the showpiece that will be hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States next year.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Argentina's place was secured on Tuesday because Bolivia failed to beat Uruguay, playing out a 0-0 draw. Lionel Scaloni's team sit top of the table after 13 games, meaning they cannot finish outside of the first six places which guarantee a spot in the 2026 edition of the competition.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Lionel Messi and Co are the seventh team to qualify for the World Cup behind Japan, New Zealand and Iran, who will all join the host countries in North America next year.

  • Uruguay v Argentina - FIFA World Cup 2026 QualifierGetty Images Sport

    WHAT NEXT?

    Despite the positive news, Argentina will look to claim all three points from their midweek clash against a Brazil side sitting seven points behind them heading into the tie.

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