Uruguay shocks Argentina with 2-0 victory in world cup qualifier

In a stunning upset early on Friday morning, Uruguay secured a 2-0 victory over Argentina in a World Cup qualifying match held at Buenos Aires’ iconic Bombonera stadium. Goals from Ronald Araujo and Darwin Núñez in each half propelled Uruguay to triumph over Lionel Messi’s reigning world-champion Argentinian side.

This unexpected win propelled Uruguay to second place in the South American World Cup qualifying standings, amassing 10 points after five matches. Argentina, despite suffering their first defeat, maintains the top position with 12 points, having started qualification with four consecutive wins. Notably, this loss marks Argentina’s first since clinching the 2022 World Cup title in December.

For Uruguay, the victory holds special significance as it represents the first time they have beaten Argentina away in a World Cup qualifying match. On the other hand, Lionel Messi’s remarkable streak of nine consecutive starts for Argentina with a goal came to an end, marking his longest such run for the national team.

In other South American qualifying results, Colombia holds third place with 9 points, while Venezuela and Ecuador played to a 0-0 draw. Brazil sits in fifth place with seven points after participating in only four matches on the road to the 2023 World Cup in North America.