If there were such a concept as "El Clasico" at the national team level, it would undoubtedly apply to the legendary rivalry between Brazil and Argentina.

The Seleção are five-time World Champions, while the Albiceleste have claimed the title three times. However, the Sky Blues lifted the trophy just four years ago, whereas the "Samba Kings" have been starved of World Cup glory since 2002—nearly a quarter of a century.

But who has historically advanced further on the World Cup bracket? Looking at the grand total, Brazil holds a solid advantage: 11 to 7. However, a significant portion of this dominance was secured between 1938 and 1962. If we take 1978—the year of Argentina's maiden World Cup triumph—as a modern starting point, the Albiceleste actually lead the way: 5 to 4.

How will this virtual (or perhaps literal, though Brazil and Argentina haven't faced each other at a World Cup since 1990) battle of football superpowers end? Who will go further at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Cast your vote below! We offer three options.