The Brazilian national team continued its strong start in the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, achieving its second successive victory early Wednesday morning in the second round at the expense of Peru with a score of 1-0. Brazil continued its strong start in the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with its two wins World Cup qualifying after a late goal from Marquinhos earned them a 1-0 win over Peru in Lima. Veteran defender Marquinhos snatched victory for the team with a goal in the 90th minute, giving the Seleção the three points. The goalless draw between the two teams continued for a full 89 minutes, despite the Brazilian team participating in the match with most of its stars, led by its all-time top scorer Neymar da Silva. Brazil, who crushed Bolivia 5-1 at home on Friday, moved level on six points with rivals Argentina at the top of the South American qualifying standings. Interim coach Fernando Diniz's side dominated possession and attacking opportunities early in the game but Raphinha and Richarlison saw goals ruled out for offside in the first half. Brazil, who crushed Bolivia 5-1 at home on Friday, moved level on six points with rivals Argentina at the top of the South American qualifying standings.