Brazil vs Argentina head-to-head record explained: Who leads the rivalry?

Brazil vs. Argentina is one of the most famous and fiercely contested rivalries in football history. Over a century old, this South American rivalry has produced legendary players, unforgettable matches, and a competition that stretches beyond the pitch. By March 2025, Argentina had edged ahead in the all-time winners' list, a seismic shift in the balance of this long-standing rivalry.
Argentina overtakes Brazil in head-to-head recordTheir their latest encounter, Argentina beat Brazil 4-1 at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires on March 25, 2025. It was during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers . Not only did this victory confirm Argentina's present dominance over Brazil, but it also signaled the fifth game without a loss for the "Scaloneta" rival of its greatest football rival. The win sees Argentina extend their lead in the head-to-head record, having now won 46 games compared to Brazil's 43, with 26 draws.

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— 433 (@433) March 26, 2025

This recent success is part of a broader trend where Argentina has been outperforming Brazil in This latest victory comes as part of a wider trend with Argentina getting the better of Brazil in the big shoe lately. Significantly, it was Argentina who lifted the 2021 Copa América after a 1-0 final victory against Brazil at Maracanã Stadium, which marked Argentina's first trophy in 28 years. In addition, Argentina's continuity is already a powerful team in world football.

Here's a comparison of Argentina and Brazil's major international football titles (as of May 2025):

Argentina: 23 Major Titles

• FIFA World Cups: 3 (1978, 1986, 2022)
  
• Copa América: 16 (most recently in 2024)
  
• FIFA Confederations Cup: 1 (1992)
  
• CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions (Finalissima): 2 (1993, 2022)

Total: 23 major international trophies

Brazil: 20 Major Titles

• FIFA World Cups: 5 (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002)
  
• Copa América: 9
  
• FIFA Confederations Cups: 4

Total: 20 major international trophies
Brazil's recent struggles and the shifting balance of powerBrazil has won five World Cups, which is still a record. This has long been associated with an attacking style of football, but the national team has struggled in recent years. Their last triumph against Argentina was in the semi-finals of the 2019 Copa América with a 2-0 score. Ever since, though, Brazil has had a difficult time asserting its dominance in this rivalry.

Brazil lost their first-ever World Cup qualifier on home soil.

They've lost three straight games, all qualifiers.

Their last four games against Argentina: LLDL

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— B/R Football (@brfootball) November 22, 2023

Not only did last week's 4-1 loss in Buenos Aires highlight Argentina's rise, it also came with major consequences after last week's match for Brazil. This defeat also led to the sacking of Brazil's head coach, Dorival Júnior. The sack was a clear indication of the expectations & pressure around the national team.

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As the rivalry continues, and both nations are what they are, with their great footballing culture. Argentina has the upper hand for now, but Brazil's soccer pedigree and talent pool mean that the footballing pendulum can swing back at any moment. The next installment in this legendary football story is awaited by fans across the world.