La Celeste prepares to host Verdeamarela in what stands out as the premier fixture on the fourth matchday as the road to the 2026 World Cup gathers pace.
On the fourth date of CONMEBOL qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, the centerpiece is the clash between Uruguay and Brazil, two nations traditionally in the running for the final tournament. Both sides aim to secure a strong finish in the highly competitive South American qualifiers, maximizing their spots in a field where every point matters.
Uruguay arrives buoyed by a late escape against Colombia, salvaging a 2-2 draw after Darwin Sánchez converted a high-tension penalty that kept them in the fight. Led by Marcelo Bielsa, the team has four points from a win over Chile on opening day, followed by a defeat in Ecuador and the noted draw with Colombia, leaving them with tangible momentum heading into this big test.
Brazil, often nicknamed the Seleção, also heads into the fixture with expectations and a desire to rebound from a less convincing performance at home. Their recent results include a stalemate in a draw against Venezuela, a result that left fans hoping for a sharper showing on foreign soil as the qualifiers continue to unfold.
The fixture is set for Tuesday, October 17, kicking off at 9:00 PM local time at the Centenario Stadium in Montevideo.
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Citation: Goal.