MONTEVIDEO: First-half goals from Arthur and Richarlison helped Brazil to a 2-0 victory over Uruguay in the 2022 World Cup qualifiers, just now.

In that match, Uruguay had to play with 10 players with 20 minutes left in the game after Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani was sent off.

Earlier, Brazil, who are also five-time world champions, were lucky to score an early goal in the first half after Uruguay’s attempt to score twice.

The victory saw Brazil remain at the top of the group for the South American Zone by collecting points after four games.

Uruguay collected six points in four games.

The victory also extended Brazil’s record of victory over Uruguay who have failed to defeat their traditional enemy since 2001.