Brazil and Ecuador secure spots in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with victories and a draw in qualifiers.

Brazil and Ecuador have secured their spots in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Brazil winning 1-0 against Paraguay thanks to a goal from Vinicius Jr. Ecuador qualified with a goalless draw against Peru. The top six teams in South American qualifiers earn automatic spots for the 48-team tournament, while the seventh-placed team advances to an intercontinental playoff. Brazil's win marked a strong start for new coach Carlo Ancelotti.