Argentina’s Star Player Spits at Brazil Fans in FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier Match, Catch the Incident on Video.

Argentina’s 1-0 victory over Brazil in the 2026 World Cup qualifying clash was marred by pre-match crowd trouble at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The atmosphere was tense even before the game began, with a video of Argentina’s Angel Di Maria spitting at Brazilian fans going viral on social media. The incident occurred as Argentina players were entering the tunnel at the stadium.

Despite the off-field incidents, the match itself saw Argentina secure a 63rd-minute victory with a header from Nicolas Otamendi. The win propelled Argentina to the top of the South American qualifying standings, while Brazil suffered their third defeat of qualifying, leaving them in sixth place.

The tensions extended to the stands as well, with Brazilian police seen using batons to push back Argentine fans. Argentina’s players attempted to calm the situation, with captain Lionel Messi even leading his team off the field at one point in an attempt to cool the atmosphere.

In the end, the match kicked off roughly 30 minutes later than scheduled, with both teams showing on-field aggression. The match was marked by a yellow card given to Brazil’s Gabriel Jesus just five minutes into the game after a clash with Argentina’s Rodrigo De Paul.

The victory for Argentina was a significant achievement, coming off the back of a defeat to Uruguay the previous week. Despite the heated atmosphere, Messi emphasized the importance of the win, stating that “this group continues to achieve historic things.”

Overall, the ill-tempered clash between two bitter rivals provided a stark reminder of the passion and intensity of South American football.
Argentina emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Brazil in the ill-tempered 2026 World Cup qualifying clash on Tuesday. The match, which took place at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, was delayed due to pre-match crowd trouble. An incident captured in a viral video showed Argentina’s Angel Di Maria spitting at Brazilian fans after they threw drinks at him and his teammates as they entered the tunnel at the stadium.

Veteran defender Nicolas Otamendi scored the only goal of the match with a 63rd-minute header, leading Argentina to victory and putting them at the top of the South American qualifying standings with 15 points from six games. Brazil, on the other hand, suffered their third defeat in qualifying, leaving them in sixth place with seven points from six games.

Following the match, Argentina captain Lionel Messi expressed pride in the team’s achievements, despite the challenging circumstances. The match was further impacted by confrontations between fans and police, with several Argentina players attempting to intervene in an effort to maintain calm. Messi and his team eventually returned to the pitch after a period of seclusion, leading the match to finally commence approximately 30 minutes later than scheduled.

The feisty atmosphere continued on the field, with early clashes between players resulting in a yellow card for Brazil’s Gabriel Jesus within the first five minutes of play. Overall, Argentina’s hard-fought victory was a testament to their determination and resilience in the face of adversity.