Soccer players in Argentina uniforms celebrating on the field. — Argentina defeated Brazil 4-1 | La Derecha Diario

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How international media reacted to Argentina's thrashing of Brazil

The 4 to 1 had a great impact on the international sports world, and each media outlet decided to cover it in a different way

26/03/2025 11:25:00h

Editorial Team

La Albiceleste had a feast against the Canarinha at the Monumental and is more than qualified for the 2026 World Cup to be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Meanwhile, in Argentina everything is celebration and joy, the world echoed the spectacular night of the National Team against a Brazil that was harshly criticized by its sports media.

Brazil's reactions after the thrashing

The historic 4-1 defeat of Brazil against Argentina at the Estadio Monumental has caused a wave of criticism and reflections in the Brazilian media. The neighboring country's press did not hold back in adjectives to describe their team's performance, highlighting the magnitude of the setback suffered.

Screenshots of sports news headlines about a soccer match between Argentina and Brazil, highlighting Argentina's victory.

In Brazil, they lash out at their national team after the embarrassment against Argentina | La Derecha Diario

The newspaper Lance! headlined: "Without Messi, Argentina handed Brazil its worst defeat since the 7-1", referring to the memorable loss against Germany in the 2014 World Cup. The outlet highlighted the "shameful and sad performance" of the team led by Dorival Júnior.

O Globo emphasized the frustration of Brazilian fans, noting that "the Brazilian team not only lost, it was dominated and humiliated with the chants of 'olé' echoing in Buenos Aires". Meanwhile, Globo Esporte was also blunt in stating: "Brazil is overwhelmed by Argentina and suffers the worst defeat against its rivals in 41 years".

The outlet Meia Hora reflected the fans' sentiment with the headline: "What a shame!". It added that "it's the first time in the history of the World Cup qualifiers that the team concedes four goals in a match".

Besides the criticism of the collective performance, specific players were also targeted. ZeroHora pointed at Raphinha, indicating that "he talked a lot and played little. Not a shadow of his recent performances with the national team and Barcelona". Faced with the adverse result, the captain of the Brazilian team, Marquinhos, apologized to the fans after the defeat, calling it "shameful". He acknowledged the need for immediate improvement and took responsibility along with his teammates.

This defeat has intensified the criticism toward coach Dorival Júnior, whose continuity at the helm of the team is being questioned. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) is considering possible changes in the coaching staff.