International Football Federation (FIFA) President Gianni Infantino condemned the riots that took place at the Maracana stadium before the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match between Brazil and Argentina on his social networks.
“Violence in football is absolutely unacceptable, both on and off the field. “Incidences like the one during the match between Brazil and Argentina have no place in our sport or in society,” Infantino said.
The fight was supposed to start at 03:30 Moscow time. However, due to the tension in the stadium, the starting whistle was postponed and the fans started fighting in the stands. Argentina captain Lionel Messi led his team off the field, but half an hour later the Argentine players returned to the field.
The Argentine national team is the sole leader in the qualifying tournament in South America with 15 points. The Brazilians are in sixth place with seven points.
In the World Cup final held on December 18, 2022, the Argentinian team defeated the French team and became the new owner of the cup. Normal time ended with a score of 2:2. Messi has a goal. The teams also scored against each other in extra time; One of these shots is one of the shots made by Messi (3:3). The Argentines were more accurate in the penalty shoot-out.
Previously Argentina national team hit Brazil is facing a scandalous match.