Argentina's seriously special performance against Brazil on Tuesday was a hint at how football's next tactical era might look ...

The reigning World Cup champions still look the part, while Brazil has some soul searching to do before qualifying continues.

All eyes were on Brazil's Raphinha ahead of the game after his explosive comments on Romario TV, where he boldly promised Argentina would be “beaten up” both on and off the pitch.

After the match, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni was asked about Raphinha’s pre-game comments and whether they had motivated his team. Rather than fueling the fire, Scaloni took a more measured ...