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

[uneng]

In this match, I expected a draw just like you, and Brazil losing was both expected, but I was confused about these two options. However, Argentina brought me out of my confusion right at the beginning of the first half of the match and I could pretty much guess in the first half that Brazil would lose this match and that's what happened. To be honest, I don't have much expectation from Brazil for the next World Cup this time.

I also didn't imagine we would see this result. I knew Argentina was the favorite, and that they would probably win, but I expected something like 1x0 or 2x1. When I opened the video start watching the match in real time, it was already 3x1 for Argentina and it was still the beginning of second half.

Brazil got really lucky, because the result could have been much worse yet, with so many shootings from Argentina directly to the goal. It was the worst result for Brazil in the history of qualifiers, and yesterday's game now belongs to the worst moments of brazilian soccer, side by side with the 7x1 for Germany in 2014's World Cup.

[Spack17]

Brazil just can't get over this bad time period. Dorival Júnior also doesn't look he will manage to make this team great again.    Once again there are Ancelotti rumours spread for the Brazil job. But I don't think he will leave Real Madrid soon.

Argentina look just fine. With or without Messi, they are performing nicely. I'm glad that Alvarez signed for Atletico Madrid. He is much better and it reflects on his national matches too.

[LFC_Bitcoin]

Brazil just can't get over this bad time period. Dorival Júnior also doesn't look he will manage to make this team great again.    Once again there are Ancelotti rumours spread for the Brazil job. But I don't think he will leave Real Madrid soon.

Argentina look just fine. With or without Messi, they are performing nicely. I'm glad that Alvarez signed for Atletico Madrid. He is much better and it reflects on his national matches too.

It’s a strange one with Brazil, they have lots of world class players but for some reason they don’t replicate tgeir club form when they play for Brazil.

Argentina on the other hand are the complete opposite, a well oiled machine.

[mcdouglasx]

We shall discuss everything from qualification, preparation, and then the commencement of the actual Fifa world cup in 2026. 

I'm Just confused about Russia, are they still banned for 2026?

Because this is 1st world cup event in 3 countries, how can they handle flight and match?
Because I have to think how tired a team is if wants to meet from the last match in Canada and have a flight to Mexico which need 5 hours flight. Maybe, the official has a plan to reduce tiredness on a busy schedule for the team like a private plane or ease of transportation to reduce the tired.

And, the final match is also interesting to guess, we know the USA has been the host of the world cup 1994 (Rose Bowl Stadium, California). there is a possibility that they are not allowed to be the final host again, while Mexico has a world cup host in 1970 and 1986 also. so I have to guess the opening and final ceremonies in Canada.

I feel that the locations for this World Cup are a bit unusual. I don’t think Russia will participate if their ban was imposed by FIFA. Regarding the players’ fatigue, they’re relatively close, but I’d be more concerned about the variable temperatures, from the heat in Mexico to the cold in Canada. Another thing that intrigues me is how tourists, especially those from Latin America, will manage to travel between countries. I’d like to assume that the host countries will facilitate transit for visitors during these events.

[Slow death]

Unfortunately, the result of the match was really amazing for Argentina. The 4-1 victory was the answer to the doubts of Messi's absence in the team. Argentina is still a strong team that will not be easily defeated by Brazil with star players like Rodrygo and Vinicius.

to add that Argentina was without Lautaro Martinez who is injured, so Argentina was not very strong in attack, but even so they managed to score 4 goals and only conceded 1 goal because the Argentine defender made a very serious mistake, this Brazilian national team needs a foreign coach, but I very much doubt that the Brazilian football management will change anything. this defeat will be seen as something normal.

[AprilioMP]

Brazil just can't get over this bad time period. Dorival Júnior also doesn't look he will manage to make this team great again.    Once again there are Ancelotti rumours spread for the Brazil job. But I don't think he will leave Real Madrid soon.

Argentina look just fine. With or without Messi, they are performing nicely. I'm glad that Alvarez signed for Atletico Madrid. He is much better and it reflects on his national matches too.

With open eyes, we inspire that Brazil and Argentina are both the teams that contribute a lot of great players in every football club in every league in the world.

If Argentina without or there is a Messi still performed great with a number of players who entered the squad then Brazil also had a number of extraordinary players, but they were not as good as when strengthening their respective clubs when playing with the Brazilian national team.
For me it's a little oddity.

[Akbarkoe]

Nice results for Saudi Arabia as they secured an away point as they played out a barren 0:0 draw this result was expected because Japan has already qualified for the world cup so Japan will not use too much of their energy in executing the game, Saudi Arabia should improve their game so they can finish in second place behind Japan.


Japan is the power house of Asian football and any team going going up against them should be cautious because there is quality in the team , I believe Japan is one of those teams that will do very well in the world cup because they gave a good account of themselves in the last world cup

This is a result that I never expected before, that Saudi Arabia was able to bring home 1 point from Japan. Moreover, this was an away match for Saudi Arabia, and in the previous meeting Saudi Arabia had a bad record when facing Japan.

In that match, they really played defensively with a 5-4-1 formation, and even in that match the Saudi Arabian National Team was only able to release one shot and that was not on target. Even so, getting 1 point in this match is very valuable to maintain hope to be able to advance to the next qualifying round or even shift Australia to be able to qualify directly for the 2026 World Cup.

In another match between Indonesia VS Bahrain, the match ended with a score of 1-0 with a victory for the host Indonesian National Team. The goal scored by Ole Romenij was the only goal scored in the match. A very valuable victory for Indonesia, to raise the spirits of the players and supporters after yesterday's crushing defeat from the Australian National Team, especially in the next match Indonesia will face quite tough opponents, namely Japan and China, which Indonesia previously lost to both teams.

And still in the Asian zone World Cup qualification group C. The last match was between China and Australia which took place in Hangzhou, China, it is very unfortunate that even though they played as hosts, they had to swallow the bitter pill of defeat against Australia with a score of 0-2. With this defeat, it is unlikely that China can qualify for the next qualifying round.

[Arenga pinnata]

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Ok friend, what you say seems to be true. And yes, I was quite disappointed with the draw. Although the Japanese national team also used several second tier players at the start of the match. But their quality is still good, right? but the problem was with Saudi Arabia's defense, which was quite strong in that match. because Saudi Arabia seems really determined to make the match at least end in a draw for them. Because they knew that if they played more aggressively, Japan's counterattack could overwhelm Saudi Arabia's defense.

Well, Indonesia finally managed to collect full points in the match against Bahrain which made Indonesia's ranking in Group C rise to 4th place with a total of 9 points and yes, that was only 1 point different from Saudi Arabia. In the next match, Indonesia will face China. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia will face Bahrain. And it looks like Indonesia and Saudi Arabia will both be favorites in the next match. Meanwhile, Australia, which has to face Japan, will certainly be quite difficult. But now I no longer dare to bet on Japan. because I am afraid that what happened in the match against Saudi Arabia will happen again in the match against Australia.

I'm just lucky this week. because almost all of my favorite teams managed to win. But I regret not betting big. 
The Japanese second tier players were indeed able to play quite well and were able to put strong pressure on the Saudi Arabian defense area. but all of that was not enough to break down Saudi Arabia's defenses. So I wouldn't be surprised if a draw was the final result even though player rotation was then carried out. But the result is still the same.

Indonesia managed to beat Bahrain quite well. Even though Bahrain actually played better. It's just that Indonesia's defense was considered better for this match. Everyone's disappointment over Indonesia's defeat in the previous match by Australia can now be relieved after Indonesia won the match against Bahrain. Maybe Indonesia can continue their victory in the next match against China. because Indonesia will again host the match against China. And we know that when Indonesia is the host, they always play better than when they play away.

[Sithara007]

I'm just lucky this week. because almost all of my favorite teams managed to win. But I regret not betting big. 
The Japanese second tier players were indeed able to play quite well and were able to put strong pressure on the Saudi Arabian defense area. but all of that was not enough to break down Saudi Arabia's defenses. So I wouldn't be surprised if a draw was the final result even though player rotation was then carried out. But the result is still the same.

Indonesia managed to beat Bahrain quite well. Even though Bahrain actually played better. It's just that Indonesia's defense was considered better for this match. Everyone's disappointment over Indonesia's defeat in the previous match by Australia can now be relieved after Indonesia won the match against Bahrain. Maybe Indonesia can continue their victory in the next match against China. because Indonesia will again host the match against China. And we know that when Indonesia is the host, they always play better than when they play away.

Just two more rounds of matches remain in AFC qualifiers. And Group C continues to be the toughest one. Japan has confirmed their slot for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the fight is for the second direct qualification slot. Australia is marginally ahead with 13 points, followed by Saudi Arabia with 10. Both the teams have 2 matches remaining, so it is perfectly possible for the Saudis to overtake Australia. Indonesia has lower chances, as they have only 9 points. But one thing that we need to remember is that Australia has two tough matches remaining (against Japan and the Saudis).

[Litzki1990]

Goal goal..... As an Argentina fan, it's a really happy moment for me that Argentina scored 2 goals in the first 12 minutes of the game against their arch-rivals. We could have branded today's match with Masi and Neymar. But since neither of them are there, we will look at the current leaders of the team. Argentina showed in the last match that they are a true world-winning team. Lionel Scaloni told everyone in a simple way in a Twitter post that we don't play only based on Masi. Masi is a special strength for us, but a team without Masi is just as strong.

Brazil captain Marquinhos apologized to the fans and admitted that Argentina is the best team and knows how to play smart. In the 4-1 goal difference in the match, anyone can guess how well the Argentine team played against Brazil and how badly Brazil performed. These two teams played without the best players Messi and Neymar. With the young players, every attack of the match was impressive for Argentina and they were excellent from the start. If you don't watch the match will be able to understand how helpless the Brazilian team was to Argentina on the field. I was actually one of the Brazil fans, but watching their match, I can see the distrust in them. How capable the team is. Although Brazil's position in the list of one of the World Cup winning countries is truly remarkable I am very disappointed with the current team.

I was disappointed at Brazil performance and they don't have a proper game plan. Argentina dominated match and enjoyed every minute of the game, because it was like they were training the Brazilians on the field. Brazil needs to work on thier defense and midfield. Everything in the Argentina squad is complete and superb.

Watching Brazil vs Argentina World Cup Qualifying match today has really made a bad experience for Brazil team. I have been supporting Brazil for a long time and I have been watching Brazil play for a long time but I have never seen Brazil perform so badly against Argentina in the last few years. Although Brazil's condition is not very good, I thought they would compete well against Argentina, but we did not see that kind of competition. Earlier in Copa America Brazil was defeated against Argentina but I thanked them for that defeat because against Argentina they fought hard until the last minute but if we were to catch today's match Brazil could not resist or counter attack against Argentina. If the current performance is like this then it will be difficult for them to perform well in the World Cup let alone qualify for the quarter finals.

[Out of mind]

Unfortunately, the result of the match was really amazing for Argentina. The 4-1 victory was the answer to the doubts of Messi's absence in the team. Argentina is still a strong team that will not be easily defeated by Brazil with star players like Rodrygo and Vinicius.

to add that Argentina was without Lautaro Martinez who is injured, so Argentina was not very strong in attack, but even so they managed to score 4 goals and only conceded 1 goal because the Argentine defender made a very serious mistake, this Brazilian national team needs a foreign coach, but I very much doubt that the Brazilian football management will change anything. this defeat will be seen as something normal.

Argentina has organized brilliantly without Lautaro Martinez, with a 4 goal difference, the arrival part of this match was managed normally by the Argentine team, if this player had not been injured, the match might have had more goals. I think the Argentines' defenders are very good, and they played seriously, their strong defenders were only responsible for this goal because of one mistake, but they are strong enough. It is certainly true that the Brazilian team needs a new foreign coach, otherwise the team will go into a worse position. Since currently they do not have a good coach to manage them well, which is why they are constantly playing their game badly. Yes, if a good coach takes charge of the team, then maybe their management can improve.

[joniboini]

But one thing that we need to remember is that Australia has two tough matches remaining (against Japan and the Saudis).

Saudi Arabia underperformed in the qualifier, based on what I saw. They drew 4 matches iirc, which should be unacceptable considering their opponents in the group. To be fair both Saudi and Australia started quite badly because they failed to win games they should've won comfortably. That being said, it's hard to see Saudi or Australia finishing outside of the top 4. They should focus on improving their game because in the knockout round, they have to perform much better.

[hosemary]

That being said, it's hard to see Saudi or Australia finishing outside of the top 4. They should focus on improving their game because in the knockout round, they have to perform much better.

What do you mean by knockout round?
Teams finishing the current round at the top two positions of each group will qualify for the world cup and teams finishing at third and fourth placed teams will go to the fourth round which will consist of two groups of three teams each.

There will be no knockout match at the next round of asian qualifiers.

[Sithara007]

But one thing that we need to remember is that Australia has two tough matches remaining (against Japan and the Saudis).

Saudi Arabia underperformed in the qualifier, based on what I saw. They drew 4 matches iirc, which should be unacceptable considering their opponents in the group. To be fair both Saudi and Australia started quite badly because they failed to win games they should've won comfortably. That being said, it's hard to see Saudi or Australia finishing outside of the top 4. They should focus on improving their game because in the knockout round, they have to perform much better.

Agreed on the first part. But then, the match between Saudi Arabia and Australia will decide who will directly qualify for the main event from this Group. If the match ends in a draw, or a win for Australia, then they will qualify. On the other hand, if Saudi Arabia wins this match, and they also win the other remaining match, then they can qualify ahead of Australia. Both these teams (Saudi Arabia and Australia) performed poorly in the qualifying tournament. But then, Australia has a slight edge as of now.

[|MINER|]

I also didn't imagine we would see this result. I knew Argentina was the favorite, and that they would probably win, but I expected something like 1x0 or 2x1. When I opened the video start watching the match in real time, it was already 3x1 for Argentina and it was still the beginning of second half.

Here we have to repeat the same thing over and over again that Brazil is not in the same position as it was before.
I am not saying that Brazil does not have any world class players, but most of the world class players they have, luckily, perform well in club performances and show poor performance in national team performances.

Brazil got really lucky, because the result could have been much worse yet, with so many shootings from Argentina directly to the goal. It was the worst result for Brazil in the history of qualifiers, and yesterday's game now belongs to the worst moments of brazilian soccer, side by side with the 7x1 for Germany in 2014's World Cup.

haha, You are right, maybe Brazil was lucky in the last match that they did not see a repeat of the seven-goal deficit. However, in my opinion, the most favorite team for the next World Cup will be Argentina, along with Brazil, although the performance of the next match will depend on how well Brazil can maintain their position.

[Joca97]

Brazil just can't get over this bad time period. Dorival Júnior also doesn't look he will manage to make this team great again.    Once again there are Ancelotti rumours spread for the Brazil job. But I don't think he will leave Real Madrid soon.

Argentina look just fine. With or without Messi, they are performing nicely. I'm glad that Alvarez signed for Atletico Madrid. He is much better and it reflects on his national matches too.

Brazil dosent look good at all and this isnt good for them. They need to change something quickly,before the world cup starts. Argentina looks again like a favorite to win the world cup. Without Messi they look perfect and when he comes back they will be much better.

[Fiatless]

In this match, I expected a draw just like you, and Brazil losing was both expected, but I was confused about these two options. However, Argentina brought me out of my confusion right at the beginning of the first half of the match and I could pretty much guess in the first half that Brazil would lose this match and that's what happened. To be honest, I don't have much expectation from Brazil for the next World Cup this time.

Although the Brazilian side still had the chance of qualifying for the World Cup, the loss was embarrassing. With more effort, the Samba Boys can overtake Ecuador and Uruguay. Right now, coach Dorival Silvestre Júnior will be under pressure to lead the squad to the World Cup, but I am predicting that he might be sacked after this defeat. Brazil is a country filled with great talent, they have the ability of building a strong team within a short time, if they have the right manager.

[Webetcoins]

Saudi Arabia underperformed in the qualifier, based on what I saw. They drew 4 matches iirc, which should be unacceptable considering their opponents in the group. To be fair both Saudi and Australia started quite badly because they failed to win games they should've won comfortably. That being said, it's hard to see Saudi or Australia finishing outside of the top 4. They should focus on improving their game because in the knockout round, they have to perform much better.

Agreed on the first part. But then, the match between Saudi Arabia and Australia will decide who will directly qualify for the main event from this Group. If the match ends in a draw, or a win for Australia, then they will qualify. On the other hand, if Saudi Arabia wins this match, and they also win the other remaining match, then they can qualify ahead of Australia. Both these teams (Saudi Arabia and Australia) performed poorly in the qualifying tournament. But then, Australia has a slight edge as of now.

Two matches each are remaining for all teams in next game Australia going to host Japan at home Saudi Arab going to visit Bahrain and Indonesia is hosting China. Most chances Saudi Arab and Indonesia will win their games with Australia vs Japan could be tense game from Australian point view because Japan is undefeated, and they are now playing with their bench power which will give some advantage to Australia but still Japan will never allow them to have any advantage so they need to give their best for keeping second spot even they are superior on goals difference.

For top spots fight are almost ended but these three teams still are clearly going to in touch for coming stage as well because other two are almost out, so all countries needs to stay at their best.

[baeva]

Saudi Arabia underperformed in the qualifier, based on what I saw. They drew 4 matches iirc, which should be unacceptable considering their opponents in the group. To be fair both Saudi and Australia started quite badly because they failed to win games they should've won comfortably. That being said, it's hard to see Saudi or Australia finishing outside of the top 4. They should focus on improving their game because in the knockout round, they have to perform much better.

Agreed on the first part. But then, the match between Saudi Arabia and Australia will decide who will directly qualify for the main event from this Group. If the match ends in a draw, or a win for Australia, then they will qualify. On the other hand, if Saudi Arabia wins this match, and they also win the other remaining match, then they can qualify ahead of Australia. Both these teams (Saudi Arabia and Australia) performed poorly in the qualifying tournament. But then, Australia has a slight edge as of now.

Two matches each are remaining for all teams in next game Australia going to host Japan at home Saudi Arab going to visit Bahrain and Indonesia is hosting China. Most chances Saudi Arab and Indonesia will win their games with Australia vs Japan could be tense game from Australian point view because Japan is undefeated, and they are now playing with their bench power which will give some advantage to Australia but still Japan will never allow them to have any advantage so they need to give their best for keeping second spot even they are superior on goals difference.

For top spots fight are almost ended but these three teams still are clearly going to in touch for coming stage as well because other two are almost out, so all countries needs to stay at their best.

If they are not using the main squad, it means they are confident in their abilities, or they don't care what the outcome of this match will be, because defeat in this match does not threaten them. Yes, they would probably like to close the qualifying matches without a single defeat, but there is nothing wrong with that, it will be an opportunity to look at other players. Let's see what happens, because the match will be very soon and it's not a fact that it won't be the main squad

[Adiljutt156]

Wales defeated Kazakhstan at home and started the group with 3 points.We can say that Wales, who played a dominant game against their opponent, won the match comfortably.We can also say that they did not have much difficulty against their opponent and that it was a good training match.They will most likely get out of this group.
In the other match of the group, North Macedonia managed to defeat their opponent away from home.We should say that Liechtenstein did not show much presence in the match.North Macedonia had a comfortable match like Wales and won the match comfortably as the heavy favorite of the match.

Wales national football team won the match against Kazakhstan national football team football team and that was one sided match because Wales  football team did 3 goals in this match and they made pressure from the start of match. James was the person who did goal at 9 minutes of the match and after this goal we saw next goal from Tagybergen and he did this goal at 32 minutes of the match. We saw 2 goals in the first half of the match and after that we saw 2 goals from the same team and Davies did second last goal of the match and did goal at 47 minutes of the match.Matondo was the person who did last goal of the match but before his goal, team has won the match . The possession percentage of that team was also excellent and that was 72 percent and passes were more in number.