An 89th-minute goal by substitute Luiz Henrique gave Brazil a 2-1 away win over Chile on Thursday in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match. The win meant under-pressure Brazil coach Dorival Júnior's team will finish the ninth round of the round-robin competition in fourth place in South American qualifying.

Lacklustre Brazil pulled off a last-gasp 2-1 away victory over Chile in the South American World Cup qualifiers on Thursday, thanks to a goal by substitute Luiz Henrique in the 89th minute.

Go behind the scenes as Brazil beat Chile 2-1 in the World Cup qualifiers with goals from Igor Jesus and Luiz Henrique.

A fourth straight loss in World Cup qualifying for Brazil last week could have meant the beginning of the end for coach Júnior, who took over only in January.