The legendary Maracanã stadium is preparing to host a major event: Brazil-Argentina, with the return of Lionel Messi to the Maracana, in a crucial match for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. For what could be his last performance in Brazil, the Argentine genius will once again set foot on the pitch where he experienced contrasting emotions, between disappointment and triumph.
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Messi has always been at the heart of the confrontations against Brazil. Each time he faced the Seleção, he was present on the pitch for every minute of the game. With a history of six wins for Brazil against five for Argentina, and two draws, this Tuesday could be the moment for the Argentine prodigy to modify his balance sheet.
Messi vs Brazil in numbers
Beyond the collective issue, Messi also aims to improve his personal statistics. With only five goals scored in 13 matches, he surely aspires to increase his goal average. A feat that he will try to achieve against a Brazilian team experiencing a difficult period.
The Maracanã also witnessed the rise of Messi, where he experienced the disappointment of a World Cup, but also celebrated his first title with Argentina in 2021, against his eternal rival. His past performances, such as the historic hat-trick in 2012 during a friendly in the United States, make this clash an anticipated event, full of history and emotion for the player and football enthusiasts.
