Key Takeaways:
- Brazil claimed a decisive victory over Chile in the CONMEBOL 2026 World Cup qualifiers
- Bolivia missed the chance to rise to 7th after suffering a 0-3 defeat in Colombia
- Paraguay secured qualification for the finals in North America after a goalless draw with Ecuador
Results from the Latest South American Qualifiers
Multiple high-stakes fixtures unfolded across South America within the last hours, as teams battled for positions in the 2026 World Cup qualification race for places in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
| Fixture | Score | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina vs Venezuela | 3-0 | Argentina solidify top spot |
| Colombia vs Bolivia | 3-0 | Bolivia fail to capitalise on Venezuela’s defeat and remain below 7th place |
| Brazil vs Chile | 3-0 | Brazil edge closer to securing second place; Chile eliminated from World Cup contention |
| Uruguay vs Peru | 3-0 | Uruguay qualify for the 2026 finals; Peru eliminated from qualification |
| Paraguay vs Ecuador | 0-0 | Draw secures Paraguay’s qualification |
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Crucial Victories and Missed Chances
Bolivia were unable to take advantage of Venezuela’s loss. Facing off against Colombia, the Bolivians also succumbed to a 0-3 defeat and thus failed to move up to 7th place.
Brazil registered another emphatic win, dismantling Chile 3:0 and putting an end to their prospects of participating in the World Cup finals. This result places Brazil in a strong position to claim second place in the qualifying group.
Qualification Secured and Eliminations Confirmed
Uruguay ensured their spot in next year’s showpiece with a convincing 3-0 victory over Peru. This outcome signalled the end of Peru’s pursuit for a place at the 2026 World Cup, confirming their elimination from even theoretical qualification.
Paraguay’s goalless draw with Ecuador was the only fixture to finish without a winner, but the single point was sufficient to book their ticket to the 2026 World Cup, securing their status among South America’s elite.
