CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying standings: Brazil, Argentina cruise towards Qatar

Colombia, Ecuador,Uruguay join top four

Brazil and Argentina continue to dominate the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying standings, with both teams remaining unbeaten after eight matches.

Brazil thrashed Uruguay 4-1 on Thursday to extend their lead at the top of the table to six points, while Argentina eased past Peru 1-0 to move into second place.

Colombia, Ecuador and Uruguay complete the top five, with all three teams on 16 points.

Remaining fixtures

There are still six matches remaining in the qualifiers, with the top four teams automatically qualifying for the World Cup in Qatar.

The fifth-placed team will advance to an intercontinental play-off.

The final round of matches will be played in March 2022.