Would Matheus Cunha be a smart signing for Man United? (2:18)
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Concacaf prez blasts 64-team World Cup plan

Concacaf president Victor Montagliani has joined other confederations in opposing the proposal of CONMEBOL leader Alejandro Domínguez to expand the World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 edition of the international tournament.

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South America proposes 64-team 2030 World Cup

The president of South American soccer's ruling body CONMEBOL made an official proposal on Thursday to expand the men's 2030 World Cup from 32 teams to 64.

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31dAdriana Garcia

Brazil fires coach Dorival after loss to Argentina

Brazil has dismissed head coach Dorival Júnior following Tuesday's deflating loss to rivals Argentina, Brazil's Football Confederation (CBF) announced Friday.

Who could Brazil appoint as manager if Dorival Júnior exits? (2:10)
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Laurens: No idea where Brazil go if they sack Dorival (2:05)
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Should Brazil pursue Ancelotti if it sacks Dorival Junior? (1:45)
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33dESPN

Sources: Brazil set to decide Dorival's future

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) will discuss the future of Brazil coach Dorival Junior at a meeting on Friday, sources told ESPN Brasil.

Why aren't Argentina the favourites to win the 2026 World Cup? (2:12)
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34dAdriana Garcia

Vini: Brazil must 'rethink everything' after loss

Vinícius Júnior has called for Brazil to push the reset button following their alarming 4-1 defeat at Argentina in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier.

Scaloni: We don't need Raphinha's statement to hype a game (1:22)
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34dESPN News Services

Champions Argentina qualify for 2026 World Cup

Argentina will get the chance to defend its World Cup title in 2026 after becoming the first South American team to qualify for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico next year.

Is Argentina vs. Brazil the best international fixture? (3:21)
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Ale Moreno: Messi can still provide magic for Argentina (2:29)
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37dReuters

Scaloni on Argentina win: No Messi? No problem

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said Friday's win over Uruguay showed their depth after Lautaro Martínez, Lionel Messi and Paulo Dybala all missed out.

38dAssociated Press

Almada golazo gives win to Messi-less Argentina

Argentina didn't miss Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martínez and other key players on Friday and beat Uruguay away 1-0 in convincing fashion in their South American World Cup qualifying match.

Dorival Júnior: South American football has evolved (0:34)
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40dESPN News Services

Dorvial sees 'progress' despite Brazil's struggles

Brazil coach Dorival Jr said his team is making progress despite sitting fifth in the standings ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers against Colombia and Argentina.