Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil know a home win against in-form Paraguay could secure their automatic qualification to the 2026 World Cup.

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In his debut as the new Brazil manager on Thursday, Ancelotti saw his side draw 0-0 away at Ecuador. Going forward it wasn’t great, but Ancelotti will get in-form Barcelona winger Raphinha back for this huge game (he was suspended for the draw at Ecuador) against surprise-package Paraguay. By the time they kick off Brazil will know whether or not a win will be enough to secure World Cup qualification as Venezuela kick off at Uruguay at 7pm ET on Tuesday. A win would also take them above Paraguay in the standings.

As for Paraguay, they recorded a massive 2-0 win against Uruguay on Thursday to boo

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