Argentina’s coach, Lionel Scaloni, explained why his team delivered a resounding 4-1 defeat to Brazil in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Scaloni attributed the victory to his team’s collective effort, stating that they played as a unit, which allowed them to dominate Brazil.
He said, “This is a team victory. We played as a team, and that is why we were able to minimize Brazil.” While he acknowledged the significance of the win, Scaloni refrained from calling it Argentina’s greatest victory, noting that the team has had many impressive performances.
The match saw goals from Julián Álvarez, Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, and Giuliano Simeone, which helped Argentina secure the top spot in the South American qualifiers with 31 points from 14 matches. Brazil, on the other hand, are now in fourth place with 21 points.
Scaloni further emphasized the importance of adaptability and said that his players demonstrated the right approach in various situations, which was key to their success against Brazil.