FIFA World Cup 2026 :Canada/Mexico/United States: Discussion Thread

[Uruhara]

The match between Saudi Arabia and China is currently underway and the score is still 0-0. And in this match, from the start, Saudi Arabia seemed to immediately be able to control the game. It just seems that both teams still have quite a hard time being able to make good attacks on their respective opponents' defense lines. In this match, I favor Saudi Arabia. And I'm pretty sure Saudi Arabia will win even if it's only by a narrow score. because I think Saudi Arabia has now improved. So I don't hesitate to bet on Saudi Arabia winning. What do you think about this match? Do you favorite one of them?

[banana33]

to be honest, I see this desire to involve countries that do not have a history at a world level as a positive thing but also partly as a negative thing, in the sense that on the one hand we give emerging countries the opportunity to play football and discover new talents, but on the other hand we have teams that could be massacred by the opponent and by the main stronger teams

[Mame89]

There are only 28 minutes left in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers match, the Australian football team and the Indonesian football team are the two teams participating in this match. In fact of these two teams, the Australian football team is the most familiar to us because we have seen them play in different seasons. But for now, Australia is in Group C of the AFC qualifiers. To be honest, I can't accurately predict whether the Australian team will win or the Indonesian football team will win this match. But the line-up that the Australian team has may be much better than Indonesia's, moreover I think that they have some players in their team who play in many places.

The match ended with Australia's victory with a score of 5-1. Indeed, from the beginning it was predicted that this match would be won by Australia because Australia is a strong team in Asia that always qualifies for the World Cup. However, what surprised me as an Indonesian was that I did not expect Indonesia to lose badly in this match considering that Indonesia had just changed coaches because they had a target to steal points at Australia's headquarters. However, from this match we must realize that Australia is still superior to Indonesia in Asia.

Indonesia dominated the game but still lost, in my opinion this was a mistake in Kluivert's tactics. He placed important players out of position, he tried to control the ball but was not balanced with good transition quality. In addition, he was too confident in using a high defensive line strategy against an opponent of Australia's level. It is true that every coach has a different philosophy, but measuring the team's ability is also important before 'forcing' a new philosophy. So in my opinion this was a big mistake made by Kluivert in this match, Indonesia still has a chance to qualify but he must improve his strategy in the following matches.

[shogun47]

See, it's still minutes 35 and Australia already scored 3 goals.

Indonesia only dominating the ball possession, shots more than Australia even it's off target and missed penalty kick lol. Do you guys think they will able to score 3 goals in order to equalize the points? nah, it's impossible to happen.

If they can score one goal, they're already good, but if they can't, nothing surprising since they're weak.

Let's go Australia, score as many as you can to farm goal difference points.

Usually Australia is one of those teams that don't score much, but they are still difficult to play against because they make it hard to score against them. They sometime concede goals quickly against average teams, and sometimes they keep a clean sheet for a long time, which then gives them the chance to strike themselves at the right time. I like them. They are not the typical football nation, but they have something to add to all the international tournaments.

[ShowOff]

The match between Saudi Arabia and China is currently underway and the score is still 0-0. And in this match, from the start, Saudi Arabia seemed to immediately be able to control the game. It just seems that both teams still have quite a hard time being able to make good attacks on their respective opponents' defense lines. In this match, I favor Saudi Arabia. And I'm pretty sure Saudi Arabia will win even if it's only by a narrow score. because I think Saudi Arabia has now improved. So I don't hesitate to bet on Saudi Arabia winning. What do you think about this match? Do you favorite one of them?

Saudi Arabia managed to win narrowly with a score of 1-0, they made good use of the advantage in the number of players, where one of the Chinese players received a red card at the end of the first half. From the match statistics, it can be seen that China was unable to provide significant resistance, they were not even able to release a single shot on target. Saudi Arabia should have been able to score many goals, because overall they dominated the course of the match.

Japan became the first team to secure their qualification for the 2026 World Cup, they lead the top of Group C with 19 points. In second place is Australia and followed by Saudi Arabia in third place. China has only managed to win 2 in 7 matches, and is currently ranked bottom of the standings.

[yudi09]

Japan became the first team to secure their qualification for the 2026 World Cup, they lead the top of Group C with 19 points. In second place is Australia and followed by Saudi Arabia in third place. China has only managed to win 2 in 7 matches, and is currently ranked bottom of the standings.

Yes, it is true that Japan is one of the teams that has secured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup from Group C after recording their sixth win out of 7 matches. The 2-0 victory over Bahrain secured Japan a ticket and Group C from the AFC zone will be even tighter after Saudi Arabia managed to collect 9 points and Saudi Arabia's points are only 1 point behind Australia.

Indonesia, Bahrain and China will also have the same target. They hope to be able to play in the World Cup but their chances of going through the next qualifying round by finishing in 4th place if 3rd place cannot be achieved.

[khiholangkang]

Japan became the first team to secure their qualification for the 2026 World Cup, they lead the top of Group C with 19 points. In second place is Australia and followed by Saudi Arabia in third place. China has only managed to win 2 in 7 matches, and is currently ranked bottom of the standings.

Yes, it is true that Japan is one of the teams that has secured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup from Group C after recording their sixth win out of 7 matches. The 2-0 victory over Bahrain secured Japan a ticket and Group C from the AFC zone will be even tighter after Saudi Arabia managed to collect 9 points and Saudi Arabia's points are only 1 point behind Australia.

Indonesia, Bahrain and China will also have the same target. They hope to be able to play in the World Cup but their chances of going through the next qualifying round by finishing in 4th place if 3rd place cannot be achieved.

Japan is definitely entering the World Cup from the Asian region or the AFC zone they have always been a subscription in participating in the World Cup, we do not need to doubt them as the group leader or the strongest in the Asian region.

Saudi Arabia and also Australia are their strict competitors today because it is one of the strongest JAD is not a strange thing, what I regret is that Indonesia is that my own country appeared far worse than previous matches and yesterday and yesterday lost to Australian who were on the wisdom in reaching the World Cup ticket, I was very insecure and lost hope.

[yudi09]

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Saudi Arabia and also Australia are their strict competitors today because it is one of the strongest JAD is not a strange thing, what I regret is that Indonesia is that my own country appeared far worse than previous matches and yesterday and yesterday lost to Australian who were on the wisdom in reaching the World Cup ticket, I was very insecure and lost hope.

Kluivert is recorded as a bad coach with a series of results obtained when handling several teams. When Indonesia dreams of appearing in the World Cup and the dream begins to appear with the efforts that have been made, the management should not replace the figure who has built the foundation. It can be replaced, it should be better than STY, not like that.
But let's try to think positively that it is only the beginning and who knows Kluivert can fulfill the hopes that have long been desired by Indonesian football lovers.

[AYOBA]

I agree with you, the difference between Brazil and Argentina today is huge. Brazil may have "ok" players, but i consider them very poor and not up to their past as world champions. The team is terrible and the coach is even worse. If Brazil does not lose to Argentina it will already be considered a miracle

Brazil performance is not that stable if not their try their possibly best when they get match to bring out a positive results for themselves, but the lack of inconsistency is what is killing the most that’s their performance is down and still managed the position they’re currently now; Argentina are in good form now and at the same time they’ve better squads: So in this case I don’t think Brazil can able to defeat Argentina, I’m sure they will receive much pressure in that match.

[Litzki1990]

I agree with you, the difference between Brazil and Argentina today is huge. Brazil may have "ok" players, but i consider them very poor and not up to their past as world champions. The team is terrible and the coach is even worse. If Brazil does not lose to Argentina it will already be considered a miracle

Brazil performance is not that stable if not their try their possibly best when they get match to bring out a positive results for themselves, but the lack of inconsistency is what is killing the most that’s their performance is down and still managed the position they’re currently now; Argentina are in good form now and at the same time they’ve better squads: So in this case I don’t think Brazil can able to defeat Argentina, I’m sure they will receive much pressure in that match.

Brazil secured a 2-1 victory late in the match against Colombia. Basically the second goal was really remarkable as the goal was scored by a great kick from distance by one of the best winger Vinicius Junior. This match was important for Brazil and Brazil managed to win this match. This victory of Brazil against Colombia has put Brazil in a very good position in the points table. We can now see that Brazil is second in the points table with 21 points while Argentina is first in the points table with 25 points. Brazil has another important match on the 26th, where Brazil will play against their arch-rivals Argentina. Argentina has been in good form recently so I think it will be very challenging for Brazil to beat Argentina but still Brazil will try to close the points gap by beating Argentina.

[Bitcoin_people]

Brazil team has taken the second position in the points table, Brazil has performed exceptionally well against Colombia and they have won and collected three points. If Brazil can manage their game properly then it is definitely possible to reach a good stage this season and be able to compete with Argentina. Since Brazil is currently four points behind Argentina, since Argentina and Brazil will face each other in the next match, the team that wins here will have the advantage. If Brazil can win this match, then I think we have changed a lot in the game of Brazil and they will be able to compete.

[Mr Reporter]

Brazil team has taken the second position in the points table, Brazil has performed exceptionally well against Colombia and they have won and collected three points. If Brazil can manage their game properly then it is definitely possible to reach a good stage this season and be able to compete with Argentina. Since Brazil is currently four points behind Argentina, since Argentina and Brazil will face each other in the next match, the team that wins here will have the advantage. If Brazil can win this match, then I think we have changed a lot in the game of Brazil and they will be able to compete.

This two teams are quiet a well played team but Brazil's recent wins against Colombians has just boost their chances of winning, in as much Argentina's are also the lead broad with Brazil's holding the 5th round, I guess Brazil is holding five points behind Argentina's so will make their up comes matches even crucial, a win for Brazil might be an boost or  signing turnaround, but if Argentina's win the game it is a home advantage and term dynamics it could make be the formidable opponent, but Brazil preform was an outburst against Colombians and was a clean sheet all the team needs to deal with is consistency and strategy to compete with Argentina's they are likely having some topnut players like Lionel messi, well one thing I on for sure most happen their most be a winner and also an loser that the game of football it sometimes unpredictable.

[giorgione]

Brazil team has taken the second position in the points table, Brazil has performed exceptionally well against Colombia and they have won and collected three points. If Brazil can manage their game properly then it is definitely possible to reach a good stage this season and be able to compete with Argentina. Since Brazil is currently four points behind Argentina, since Argentina and Brazil will face each other in the next match, the team that wins here will have the advantage. If Brazil can win this match, then I think we have changed a lot in the game of Brazil and they will be able to compete.

I think that by winning today's match, the Brazilian team was able to take second place, in fact, the most surprising thing about this match was that they were able to win. According to everyone the Brazilian team has not been able to play good football for a long time, yet they faced the Colombian team yesterday. Vinicius Junior played very well and he was able to increase the heat of that match. Still I will call Rafinha the hero of Brazil's victory in this match because Rafinha was able to score a goal early in the match. Perhaps the Brazilian football team's playing strategy against Argentina in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers will be much better.

every time I see the new Brazil I always think of the one from the 2000s or 90s, what formidable players, but there is a difference, those players all played together under the same color, these today are strong but they don't all play together and in fact you can see it from the results, there is no cohesion in the group and this then makes you have a team that doesn't work

[Just Say]

Brazil team has taken the second position in the points table, Brazil has performed exceptionally well against Colombia and they have won and collected three points. If Brazil can manage their game properly then it is definitely possible to reach a good stage this season and be able to compete with Argentina. Since Brazil is currently four points behind Argentina, since Argentina and Brazil will face each other in the next match, the team that wins here will have the advantage. If Brazil can win this match, then I think we have changed a lot in the game of Brazil and they will be able to compete.

I think that by winning today's match, the Brazilian team was able to take second place, in fact, the most surprising thing about this match was that they were able to win. According to everyone the Brazilian team has not been able to play good football for a long time, yet they faced the Colombian team yesterday. Vinicius Junior was able to play properly and he was able to increase the heat of that match. Still I will call Rafinha the hero of Brazil's victory in this match because Rafinha was able to score a goal early in the match. Perhaps the Brazilian football team's playing strategy against Argentina in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers will be much better.

[ajanwalker]

Brazil defeated Colombia 2-1 and increased their points to 21 and moved up to 2nd place with more than a match. Uruguay and Argentina will face each other in Uruguay tonight and Argentina will most likely lose points. Because Uruguay has lost 2 so far and is not a team that is easily defeated.
Brazil, who won the match with goals from Raphinha and Vinicius, will go to Argentina on Wednesday as a team in form.
I don't know if they can beat Argentina away but I think they will not be defeated.

[Despairo]

What can be expected from the National Team which has just changed coaches or managers in it? Honestly, the Indonesian national team was too hasty in changing coaches when the previous coach's duties had not been completed. And they changed coaches when this team needed better game stability. In fact, changing coaches means new adaptations. And we know that every new adaptation rarely immediately results in good performance for a team. so it is not surprising to me that Indonesia experienced such a crushing defeat. And now everyone will start missing STY again.

Ask users above me instead since they think Indonesia have a chance to win.

Changing coach do affect the team, but even they were still with their previous coach, they might would conceded less than 5 goals even though in the end they're lose.

Japan didn't underestimate their opponents, they use their best eleven in the previous match against Bahrain. If Japan who play with best eleven and playing in their home only won 2-0, I'm sure in the upcoming match Indonesia will lose against Bahrain, at least Bahrain will score 3 goals.

[criptoevangelista]

Brazil team has taken the second position in the points table, Brazil has performed exceptionally well against Colombia and they have won and collected three points. If Brazil can manage their game properly then it is definitely possible to reach a good stage this season and be able to compete with Argentina. Since Brazil is currently four points behind Argentina, since Argentina and Brazil will face each other in the next match, the team that wins here will have the advantage. If Brazil can win this match, then I think we have changed a lot in the game of Brazil and they will be able to compete.

I think that by winning today's match, the Brazilian team was able to take second place, in fact, the most surprising thing about this match was that they were able to win. According to everyone the Brazilian team has not been able to play good football for a long time, yet they faced the Colombian team yesterday. Vinicius Junior was able to play properly and he was able to increase the heat of that match. Still I will call Rafinha the hero of Brazil's victory in this match because Rafinha was able to score a goal early in the match. Perhaps the Brazilian football team's playing strategy against Argentina in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers will be much better.

The Brazilian team's victory was purely luck, a goal at the end of the game, but the defense gave the ball away in a completely bizarre game exit, in which a professional soccer player should never make a mistake... in the next game against Argentina, the Brazilian team will have 4 absences: Bruno Guimarães, Gabriel Magalhães, Gerson and Alisson. In my opinion, it will be a good opportunity to make money by betting on an Argentina victory.

[Sithara007]

The Brazilian team's victory was purely luck, a goal at the end of the game, but the defense gave the ball away in a completely bizarre game exit, in which a professional soccer player should never make a mistake... in the next game against Argentina, the Brazilian team will have 4 absences: Bruno Guimarães, Gabriel Magalhães, Gerson and Alisson. In my opinion, it will be a good opportunity to make money by betting on an Argentina victory.

LOL.. they were originally struggling at the 5th place, and now suddenly because of this win they have moved up to the second spot. I am still skeptical about their chances. It looks like they maybe able to qualify for the world cup, but what after that? They are really going to struggle in the knockout phase, against strong teams such as France and England. Gone are the days when Brazil used to dominate the international football scene. Now they are not even in the top-5. 

[Y3shot]

I agree with you, the difference between Brazil and Argentina today is huge. Brazil may have "ok" players, but i consider them very poor and not up to their past as world champions. The team is terrible and the coach is even worse. If Brazil does not lose to Argentina it will already be considered a miracle

Brazil performance is not that stable if not their try their possibly best when they get match to bring out a positive results for themselves, but the lack of inconsistency is what is killing the most that’s their performance is down and still managed the position they’re currently now; Argentina are in good form now and at the same time they’ve better squads: So in this case I don’t think Brazil can able to defeat Argentina, I’m sure they will receive much pressure in that match.

Brazil have really been struggling with this performance and Brazil is known for a good and interesting performance which they have and I hope they are able to win this game. It won't make any sense if Brazil still performs the same way for the next Fife world cup  because world cups when Brazil performance seems to be average it makes the world cup game to look very boring. Brazil performance for long have been too bad and I think they work on it.

[Hanadawa]

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I agree with what Uruhara said. Honestly, Indonesia's defeat to Australia is not something surprising considering the FIFA ranking and the experience of both teams in the World Cup qualifiers. In fact, I think a draw in the first meeting in Indonesia is a very good result for Indonesia. But I also do not deny that the change of coach has had a significant impact on Indonesia's performance. It is not easy to adapt to a new coach with tactics after they are used to the playing style of the STY era. Honestly, I am also worried about Indonesia's performance against Bahrain. Although they lost, they only lost 2-0 to Japan and that shows that Bahrain is a tough opponent for Indonesia.