Brazil’s World Cup qualification campaign was severely damaged in a memorable night at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires when they were humiliated 4-1 by their bitter rivals, Argentina.

In addition to dropping O Selecao to ten points behind Lionel Messi’s La Albiceleste, the defeat cast doubt on Brazil’s preparation for the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

In addition to dropping O Selecao to ten points behind Lionel Messi’s La Albiceleste, the defeat cast doubt on Brazil’s preparation for the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

The 25-year-old remarked, “There isn’t much to talk about when we get to the locker room today.” “Everyone was very bad, we played badly, and Argentina played an excellent match.” Brazil dropped to fourth place in the standings, a long cry from the aura of power traditionally associated with the five-time world champions, while Argentina’s strong performance guaranteed them a spot as the first CONMEBOL team to qualify for the World Cup.

Vinicius was a shadow of his former self on Tuesday, having scored the game-winning goal against Colombia in the last qualifier. The Ballon d’Or runner-up was clearly agitated during the match, even though he completed the most duels in the game and failed to register a shot or generate a chance. The Real Madrid player, however, was looking to the future rather than only regretting the past.

“We have to rethink everything we’ve been doing, because the demands will come; the people want us to win,” he continued. A year from now, the World Cup will be here, and I don’t want to lose. Because we Brazilians never give up, we must keep our heads up and work on improving.” The increasingly scrutinized coach, Dorival Jr., accepted full responsibility for the loss.

His own words, “No one expected what we saw,” “I take full responsibility for it. In every aspect, the Argentina team was better. I even apologize to the Brazilian supporters, as our performance did not live up to their expectations. But even though there are storm clouds in the sky, Dorival is still sure that he can guide the club through a crisis.
“I have no doubt that we will find a way,” stated the politician. “I never give up and I have always achieved important goals in the clubs I have managed.” Brazil has just one year until the 2026 World Cup, so they need to find answers quickly. According to Vinicius Junior, the talent and history are present, but the resolve must also be present. Failing is not an option for Brazil.

After having two heart attacks, Bangladeshi cricket player Tamim Iqbal had an angioplasty and is now in the Coronary Care Unit (CCU). Sajjad Ahmed, the manager of Mohammedan Sporting Club, told reporters the news on Sunday afternoon.

The head of the medical department for the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), Dr. Debashis Chowdhury, stated that Tamim had two heart attacks but that his health is now getting better. Tamim had left early in the morning to go to BKSP (Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishthan) in Savar to play in the Dhaka Premier League (DPL) match between Mohammedan Sporting Club and Shinepukur Cricket Club. He even took part in the toss.

After being taken to the hospital on Monday morning, former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal had an emergency cardiac angioplasty. When Mohammedan Sporting Club and Shinepukur Cricket Club played in the Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League at the BKSP-3 field in Savar, Tamim experienced chest pain. Match referee Debabrata Paul told ESPNcricinfo that the incident happened during the first innings of the game, when Tamim was leading Mohammedan. Tamim came off the pitch after playing one over to visit doctors at the KPJ Specialised Hospital and Nursing Home (previously Fazilatunnesa Hospital).

Tamim then went back to the ground to take an air ambulance to another hospital, but he was unable to do so because of health issues. After that, he was returned to the original hospital, where examinations revealed a cardiac obstruction. “He was in good spirits during the toss,” BKSP chief cricket coach Montu Dutta told reporters in the afternoon. “He left the pitch and drove himself to the hospital when he became ill. Tamim fled despite the physicians’ objections at the time and was setting up an air ambulance on his own.

The physicians eventually provided an official medical bulletin: “He came back to us in a severe state. We can refer to it as a heart attack, and in order to clear the obstruction, we performed an angioplasty and an angiography. The medical operation has proceeded without incident. He is being watched right now. Tamim received prompt treatment thanks to the prompt coordination between the hospital and the medical professionals at BKSP. Shortly after the news, the Bangladesh Cricket Board called off a planned board meeting today afternoon. Faruque Ahmed, the head of the board, and other members are visiting the hospital.