Brazil officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with their 1–0 victory over Paraguay.
Five days after only managing a goalless draw with Ecuador , Brazil kicked off in São Paulo with their sights set on securing their first victory under new manager Carlo Ancelotti. The Seleção's attack received a major boost with the return of Raphinha, who recorded 56 goal contributions for Barcelona in 57 appearances this past season.
Brazil dominated the early stages of the match and looked better in 15 minutes than they had all game against La Tricolor last week. Raphinha and Vinícius Júnior got involved from the opening whistle, putting the pressure on Paraguay to desperately defend two of the best wingers in the world.
Yet Ancelotti's attack was missing the end product in the final th