Undoubtedly, one of the star duels on the 12th date of the South American Qualifiers on the way to the 2026 World Cup in North America will be between Uruguay and Brazil on November 19, 2024.
And this game will always be one of the classics of South American football and will always have the attention of every football lover not only in South America, but around the world.
Uruguay, who gained confidence after their comeback against Colombia, will visit Brazil, who reached the final against Venezuela, which is why the duel is crucial to take the lead in the qualifiers.
The match will take place at the Arena Fonte Nova stadium, in Fortaleza (Salvador de Bahía state) and will start at 7:45 pm (Colombian time)and the transmission of the Gol Caracol, RCN Sportsas well as being able to appear on YouTube on each of the digital platforms of the aforementioned channels, and it will be directed by the Chilean, Piero Maza.
Match sheet
Brazil vs. Uruguay
Situation: Arena Fonte Nova de San Salvador (Brazil)
Time: 7:45 pm (Colombian time)
Arbitrator: Piero Maza (Chile)
TV broadcast: Gol Caracol and RCN Remnant
Brazil faced Venezuela at the Monumental de Maturín stadium on November 14, 2024, 1-1: The opening goal of the game was Raphinha (Barcelona FC player) and the final goal was from Telasco Segovia in the 46th minute of the game for Vinotinto.
On the Uruguay side, they came from behind against Colombia on November 15, 2024 with an own goal by Davinson Sánchez in the 60th, Rodrigo Aguirre (América de México forward) at 66 in the game and Manuel Ugarte (Manchester United player) at 90+11.
The last duel between Brazilian and Uruguay in the South American Qualifiers took place on October 17, 2023 at the Centenario stadium in Montevideo, where The Celeste (a nickname that Uruguay is known throughout its history due to the color of its uniform) to defeat the five-time world champions 2-0: on that occasion the goals were from Darwin Núñez in the 42nd and Nicolás de la Cruz at 77 of the game. .
Since 1916 (the year in which the South American Championship was played and promoted to the current Copa América), in both the Copa América and the Qualifiers, they played a total of 80 games, where they left the following balance: 38 a win for Brazil, 21 wins over Uruguay and 21 draws.
Below, here are the final duels in the Copa América and South American Qualifiers between Brazil and Uruguay:
July 6, 2024 – Copa America 2024: Uruguay 1-0 Brazil
October 17, 2023 – South America 2026 Qualifiers: Uruguay 2-0 Brazil
October 14, 2021 - South America 2022 Qualifiers: Brazil 4-1 Uruguay
November 17, 2020 – South America 2022 Qualifiers: Uruguay 0-2 Brazil
March 23, 2017 – 2018 South American Qualifiers: Uruguay 1-4 Brazil
March 25, 2016 – 2018 South American Qualifiers: Brazil 2-2 Uruguay
- Game: Bolivia vs. Paraguay
Time: 3:00 p.m. m.
Stadium: El Alto Municipal
Arbitrator: Andrés Matonte (Uruguay)
TV broadcast: Gol Caracol, RCN Translates, Gol Caracol YouTube, RCN Translates YouTube
- Game: Colombia vs. Ecuador
Time: 6:00 p.m. m.
Stadium: Metropolitano de Barranquilla
Arbitrator: Esteban Ostojich (Uruguay)
TV broadcast: Gol Caracol, RCN Translates, Gol Caracol YouTube, RCN Translates YouTube
- Game: Argentina vs. Peru
Time: 7:00 p.m. m.
Stadium: Most Monumental in Buenos Aires
Arbitrator: Wilmar Roldán (Colombia)
TV broadcast: Gol Caracol, RCN Translates, Gol Caracol YouTube, RCN Translates YouTube
Time: 7:00 p.m. m.
Stadium: National de Santiago
Arbitrator: Facundo Tello (Argentina)
TV broadcast: Gol Caracol, RCN Translates, Gol Caracol YouTube, RCN Translates YouTube
- Game: Brazil vs. Uruguay
Time: 7:45 p.m. m.
Stadium: Arena Fonte Nova de Fortaleza
Arbitrator: Piero Maza (Chile)
TV broadcast: Gol Caracol, RCN Translates, Gol Caracol YouTube, RCN Translates YouTube
- Argentina: 22 points – 11 games played (+13 goal difference)
- Uruguay: 19 points – 11 games played (+8 goal difference)
- Colombia: 19 points – 11 games played (+6 goal difference)
- Brazil: 17 points – 11 games played (+6 net difference)
- Ecuador: 16 points – 11 games played (+6 goal difference)
- Paraguay: 16 points – 11 games played (+1 goal difference)
- Venezuela: 12 points – 11 games played (goal difference of -2)
- Bolivia: 12 points – 11 games played (stat difference of -14)
- Peru: 7 points – 11 games played (goal difference of -11)
- Chile: 6 points – 11 games played (stat difference of -13)
Where can I watch the Brazil vs. Uruguay match live?
Arbitrator: Jesus Valenzuela (Venezuela)
TV broadcast: Gol Caracol, RCN Translates, Gol Caracol YouTube, RCN Translates YouTube
The upcoming clash between Brazil and Uruguay is set to be a thrilling encounter in the South American Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. With both teams in strong form, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a classic matchup. The game, taking place at the Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador, Brazil, will kick off at 7:45 PM Colombian time and will be broadcast across various platforms.
Brazil is looking to harness its home advantage after a match against Venezuela left them seeking redemption, while Uruguay is riding the momentum of recent successes. This rivalry, steeped in history, guarantees a competitive atmosphere, adding to the excitement and stakes of the game.
Throughout their encounters in both the Copa América and World Cup qualifiers, Brazil has maintained a marginal edge in results. However, Uruguay’s recent victories against Brazil have reignited hope among their fans, making this match even more significant in the context of the qualifiers. As both teams vie for crucial points, it will undoubtedly captivate audiences both locally and globally.