The unbelievable coincidence between Argentina and Pele's Brazil causes excitement

Argentina defeated Ecuador 1-0 at Monumental Stadium in the opening match of the South American qualifiers towards the 2026 World Cup. The goal was scored by Lionel Messi from a direct free kick. The home win reignited fans' passion for another championship. The reason is because of an amazing coincidence with Pele's Brazil team in 1958 and 1962.

Statistician Gaston Trucco revealed that this is not the first time a world champion has won the first three home matches with scores of 2-0, 7-0 and 1-0 after lifting the World Cup. Cup. The victories of Messi and his teammates are similar to what the green and yellow army achieved after being crowned in Sweden in 1958 and successfully defending in Chile in 1962.

Argentina defeated Panama 2-0 and Curacao 7-0 in March 2023 in their first friendly matches at home after claiming glory at Qatar 2022. Now, once again at home, they surpass over Ecuador with minimal score.

For their part, Brazil played their first match as world champions at the Copa America in Argentina from March to April 1959, but a few weeks later they made their debut in front of their home fans in Rio de Janeiro. Janeiro. Initially, the Selecao defeated England 2-0 on May 13, 1959, then beat Chile 7-0 and 1-0 in the Bernardo O'Higgins Cup, a friendly tournament. Next, Pele and his teammates lifted the trophy again in 1962. Will the Argentine team repeat that great path? At least these data are getting many La Albiceleste fans excited...