Argentina's Dominance Over Brazil in World Cup Qualifiers and Future Prospects

In the South American World Cup qualifiers, Argentina, which had already secured a spot in advance, hosted Brazil at home. This was also the most anticipated showdown in the South American region. Before the game, there was a war of words between the two sides, and Raphinha even made some tough remarks. However, in the end, Argentina, playing at home, thrashed Brazil 4-1 with goals from players like Alvarez, inflicting the most painful defeat on Brazil in the World Cup qualifiers.

After the game, when Alvarez was asked in an interview what the result would be if Messi had played, "La Araña" replied, "Maybe there would have been two or three more goals." It has to be said that Alvarez not only performed outstandingly on the pitch but also showed high emotional intelligence during the interview. Regarding the tough remarks made by Brazilian players before the game, he humbly said, "Their words added something special to this game, but we did well. We modestly gave them a 'dance'." This response not only indicated that Argentina would not be affected by external interference and played in their own way to win the game but also presented a contrast with Brazil's tough talk in a humble manner. He is increasingly showing the potential to be a superstar.

Although the two World Cup qualifier games in March were crucial for Argentina to secure an early spot, due to Messi's injury in a previous MLS game, the Argentine national team decided not to call him up. The team didn't want Messi to take risks for these two games. Of course, without Messi, Argentina still managed to achieve two consecutive victories and advanced from the South American region ahead of schedule, becoming one of the first teams to qualify for the World Cup finals. In the upcoming games, the team can test a large number of young players, and there's no need to call Messi up anymore.

As top - tier teams in world football, it's not common for Brazil to lose by a 4 - 1 score. If, as Alvarez said, Messi could have scored three more goals, a 7 - 1 score would definitely be regarded as a "great shame" by Brazilian fans. They once lost 1 - 7 to Germany in the World Cup, which is still deeply engraved in the minds of many Brazilian fans. Losing to their arch - rival Argentina by the same score would be completely unacceptable to Brazilian fans.

Although there isn't a true - blue superstar in the current Argentine team, the team atmosphere and overall competitiveness are still very strong. Young players like Alvarez, Enzo, and Mac Allister have gradually become the pillars of the team. Coupled with the rise of many young talents, with Messi back in the team for next year's World Cup, there's no need to worry about the team's age structure and game experience. The defending champions are still the strongest contenders for the World Cup title, and no team will underestimate them.