That expanded field means Argentina is already well on its way to a World Cup return, but the table is tightening up. Brazil have recovered after a slow start, while Colombia and Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay are dangerous but have had hiccups and Bolivia had won three in a row to thicken the plot in the race for the final

Two star-studded countries in Argentina and Brazil face off in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying action on Tuesday.

While Brazil are currently third in the CONMEBOL standings, a win in Buenos Aires would put them within touching distance of overtaking Argentina with four games left to play