Argentina's national football team secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Chile in the 15th matchday of the South American qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Julián Álvarez scoring the decisive goal at the 16th minute. Álvarez, a forward for Atlético Madrid, played a crucial role, supporting by a team including Thiago Almada, Nico Paz, and Giuliano Simeone. The win solidified Argentina's lead in the standings with 34 points, ensuring their first place in the qualifiers. Meanwhile, Chile, currently in the last position with 10 points, must win all remaining matches and hope for favorable results elsewhere to qualify directly, with their next game scheduled against Bolivia. Argentina, on a streak of four consecutive wins, will host Colombia in their upcoming match. Other South American teams like Paraguay have improved their standings, reaching third place, while Brazil and other nations continue their campaigns. Overall, the match highlighted Argentina's strong performance and their path to securing a spot in the 2026 World Cup.