Conditions revealed under which Argentina secures a spot in the 2026 World Cup

In the early hours of Wednesday, March 26, South America will witness a thrilling showdown between Argentina and Brazil, which could be pivotal for Lionel Scaloni's team.

Details: If the Albiceleste earn at least one point in this match, they will officially secure their place in the World Cup. However, there is a chance that Argentina could clinch the berth even before the game.

On Tuesday, March 25, Bolivia will host Uruguay. If the hosts fail to win, Argentina automatically guarantees its participation in the 2026 World Cup, rendering the match against Brazil irrelevant in terms of tournament significance. The Bolivia vs. Uruguay match is scheduled to kick off at 21:00 CET, while the Brazil vs. Argentina game will start at 01:00 CET.

It is worth mentioning that New Zealand has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, defeating New Caledonia 3-0. Incidentally, they are the second team to officially earn a spot in the 2026 World Cup. The first to qualify were the Japanese team.

Reminder: The upcoming World Cup will feature 48 teams. Currently, five teams are known: the USA, Canada, and Mexico (as hosts), as well as Japan and New Zealand.