SANTIAGO, Chile (Reuters) -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.

An 89th-minute goal by substitute Luiz Henrique gave Brazil a much-needed 2-1 away win over Chile in a World Cup qualifying match.

Brazilian head coach Dorival Júnior has handed a debut to Igor Jesus in a must-win game at the Estadio Nacional.

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Brazil secured a 2-1 victory over Chile in the South American World Cup qualifiers, thanks to an 89th-minute goal by Luiz Henrique. This win lifts Brazil to fourth place in the standings. Argentina remains at the top despite a 1-1 draw with Venezuela.

Brazil are in unfamiliar territory, grappling with mounting pressure and uncertainty as they prepare for crucial World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Peru, without the help of key players sidelined by injuries.

Argentina were held to a 1-1 draw by Venezuela on Lionel Messi's return as Brazil got their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign back on track with a last-gasp 2-1 victory