Brasil vs. Uruguay: Key Match in CONMEBOL Qualifiers for 2026 World Cup

The highly anticipated match between Brazil and Uruguay took place on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, as part of the 12th round of the CONMEBOL qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The game was held at the Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador, Bahía, Brazil, marking the last match of the year for both teams before the qualifiers resume in March 2025.

The match was significant for both teams, with Brazil needing a win to maintain their position in the qualifying table. Brazil, under the management of Dorival Junior, came into the match after a 1-1 draw against Venezuela, which left them in fourth place with 17 points. A loss or draw could have dropped them to sixth place.

Uruguay, led by Marcelo Bielsa, was in second place with 19 points, having recently secured a crucial 3-2 victory over Colombia. This win broke a streak of four matches without a victory for Uruguay and eased tensions within the team following public criticisms of Bielsa by some players.

The match was broadcast live in various regions, including Mexico and the United States through ViX Premium, and in Argentina via TyC Sports 2 and other digital platforms.

Historically, the two teams have a rich rivalry, with Brazil having 38 wins and Uruguay 21 wins in their 80 previous encounters. The last meeting between the two teams was in the quarterfinals of the Copa América 2024, where Uruguay advanced to the semifinals via penalties after a 0-0 draw.

The match was officiated by Chilean referee Piero Maza and was one of the most anticipated clashes of the qualifying round, given the historical significance and competitive standings of both teams.