Conmebol announced on Monday that Brazil will play against Argentina at Maracanã Stadium on November 21 at 9:30 PM in the World Cup 2026 Qualifiers.
The last time they met there, Argentina won 1-0 in the 2021 Copa América. Additionally, Brazil will play against Colombia in Barranquilla this November.
For the fifth round, games include:
- Bolivia meets Peru in La Paz on November 16.
- Venezuela takes on Ecuador in Maturín that same day.
- Colombia will challenge Brazil in Barranquilla.
- Argentina will encounter Uruguay in Buenos Aires.
- Chile confronts Paraguay in Santiago.
The sixth-round schedule is:
- Paraguay plays Colombia in Assunção on November 21.
- Uruguay competes with Bolivia in Montevideo.
- Ecuador challenges Chile in Quito.
- Brazil clashes with Argentina in Rio de Janeiro.
- Peru battles Venezuela in Lima
Background
The upcoming match between Brazil and Argentina is a chapter in a long-standing soccer rivalry.
Both teams have been powerhouses in South American football for years, each with a rich history of victories and skilled players.
Argentina’s win in the 2021 Copa América at Maracanã adds another layer of intrigue to this matchup.
It was a significant win for Argentina, especially after years of near-misses in international tournaments.
Brazil, on the other hand, is looking for redemption. Winning at home would not just be a matter of national pride but could also provide a mental edge for future encounters.
Maracanã Stadium is an iconic venue for Brazil, filled with triumphant and painful memories.
The stadium was the site of Brazil’s devastating loss to Uruguay in the 1950 World Cup, a memory still fresh in the minds of many fans.
World Cup Qualifiers provide a unique context as well. These matches are more than individual games; they are steps toward the world’s biggest football event.
Both teams will aim to establish momentum heading into the 2026 World Cup.
Strong performances in these qualifying matches can set the tone for future success, offering a psychological advantage.