The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is well underway, with South America's CONMEBOL qualifiers showcasing intense competition among ten nations vying for a coveted spot in the expanded 48-team tournament. As of March 2025, each team has played 12 matches, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the qualifiers.
Current Standings
After 12 rounds, the standings are as follows:
Position
Team
Played
Won
Drawn
Lost
Goals For
Goals Against
Goal Difference
Points
1
Argentina
12
8
1
3
21
7
+14
25
2
Uruguay
12
5
5
2
17
9
+8
20
3
Ecuador
12
6
4
2
11
4
+7
19
4
Colombia
12
5
4
3
15
10
+5
19
5
Brazil
12
5
3
4
17
11
+6
18
6
Paraguay
12
4
5
3
8
7
+1
17
7
Bolivia
12
4
1
7
13
27
-14
13
8
Venezuela
12
2
6
4
11
15
-4
12
9
Chile
12
2
3
7
9
20
-11
9
10
Peru
12
1
4
7
3
15
-12
7
Recent Match Highlights
Argentina's Narrow Victory Over Peru: Argentina secured a 1-0 win against Peru, with Lautaro Martínez scoring the decisive goal. This victory solidified Argentina's position at the top of the table.
Brazil's Draw with Venezuela: Brazil was held to a 1-1 draw by Venezuela. Raphinha gave Brazil the lead with a free-kick, but Telasco Segovia equalized shortly after halftime. Vinícius Júnior missed a penalty that could have secured the win for Brazil.
Uruguay's Last-Minute Triumph Over Colombia: In a thrilling encounter, Uruguay clinched a 3-2 victory over Colombia with a 101st-minute goal by Manuel Ugarte. The match was marked by intense celebrations, notably from Darwin Núñez, who taunted former Everton defender Yerry Mina.
Upcoming Fixtures
The next set of matches is scheduled between March 20 and March 25, 2025:
March 20, 2025:
Paraguay vs. Chile at 7:00 PM
Brazil vs. Colombia at 8:45 PM
Peru vs. Bolivia at 9:30 PM
March 21, 2025:
Ecuador vs. Venezuela at 5:00 PM
Uruguay vs. Argentina at 7:30 PM
March 25, 2025:
Bolivia vs. Uruguay at 4:00 PM
Chile vs. Ecuador at 8:00 PM
Venezuela vs. Peru at 8:00 PM
Colombia vs. Paraguay at 8:00 PM
Argentina vs. Brazil at 8:00 PM
How to Watch the Qualifiers
For fans eager to catch the action, broadcasting rights vary by region:
Australia: SBS holds the rights to broadcast 54 CONMEBOL qualifying matches live and free. Matches are available on SBS and SBS On Demand, with replays, mini-matches, and highlights accessible via their dedicated hub.
United States: Fans can watch the qualifiers through Fanatiz on a Pay-Per-View basis. After purchasing access to specific matches, viewers can watch live and have on-demand access for up to seven days post-match.
Notable Player Achievements
Lionel Messi's Assist Record: In the match against Peru, Lionel Messi provided his 58th assist for Argentina, equaling the all-time international assist record held by Landon Donovan. This milestone underscores Messi's enduring influence on the international stage.
Qualification Format
With the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams in 2026, CONMEBOL has been allocated six direct slots. The top six teams in the standings will qualify directly for the World Cup, while the seventh-placed team will enter an inter-confederation playoff for a chance to secure a spot.
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