Uruguay Upsets Brazil with a 2-0 Victory in World Cup Qualifier Despite Neymar's Injury

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In an eagerly anticipated 2026 World Cup qualifier, Uruguay stunned Brazil with a 2-0 triumph, courtesy of goals from Darwin Nunez and Nicolas de la Cruz. However, Brazil's night took a devastating turn when Neymar was forced to leave the pitch late in the first half due to a potentially serious knee injury.

Uruguay broke the deadlock in the 42nd minute as Nunez skillfully headed the ball into the net, giving his team the crucial opening goal. Just minutes later, Neymar sustained his injury during a challenge with De la Cruz, compounding Brazil's woes.

Brazilian Football Association sources confirmed that Neymar suffered a severe sprain in his left knee, and further tests will be conducted to determine the extent of potential ligament damage. Brazil captain Casemiro expressed hopes that the injury will not be severe, emphasizing Neymar's significance to the team. The team sympathizes with Neymar's previous struggles with injuries and the challenges he has faced in maintaining his fitness and form.

Despite dominating possession during the first half, Brazil was unable to convert their chances into goals. Uruguay, on the other hand, capitalized on their first shot on target. Maxi Araujo delivered a well-placed cross to Nunez, who successfully found the back of the net.

Uruguay maintained their dominance in the second half, and De la Cruz extended the home team's lead in the 77th minute with a close-range finish. Nunez played a crucial role by winning a challenge against two Brazilian defenders before providing the assist.

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This victory holds significant meaning for Uruguay as it marks their first win against Brazil since 2001, providing a substantial boost to their morale and confidence.

Brazil's defeat not only ended their impressive unbeaten streak in World Cup qualifiers, which had lasted since 2015, spanning an astonishing 37 games, but also positioned them level on seven points with Uruguay and Venezuela in the CONMEBOL standings. Earlier on Tuesday, Venezuela secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Chile.

In other matches, Paraguay achieved their first triumph in the South American qualifiers with a 1-0 win over bottom-placed Bolivia in Asuncion. Additionally, Ecuador and Colombia played out a goalless draw.

The leader, Argentina, was also scheduled to face Peru on Tuesday, further heightening the excitement surrounding the intense battles of World Cup qualification in the region.

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