The 2026 World Cup Qualifier clash begins! Bolivia hosts Chile at home in an exciting Matchday 16 fixture with high stakes.
In just the 4th minute, Bolivia takes the lead! Miguel Terceros receives a great pass, cuts inside, and smashes it into the net past Cortés.
Bolivia keeps the pressure high. Arroyo’s header nearly doubles the lead but it hits the crossbar – close call for Chile!
19' – Lucas Chávez is shown a red card after a dangerous tackle. Bolivia is down to 10 men. Can Chile take advantage?
Chile begins creating more chances. Cepeda and Alexis Sánchez try their luck but fail to break Bolivia’s defense.
55' – Francisco Sierralta is also sent off! Now both teams are playing with 10 men each.
The ball stays mostly in midfield as both sides struggle to create clear chances. Bolivia maintains their lead with solid positioning.
Multiple substitutions from both teams: Núñez, Ureña, Monteiro enter to add fresh legs and shift the momentum.
Medina creates danger in Chile’s attack but fails to deliver a good cross. Time is running out, and Chile can’t find the equalizer.
Bolivia 1-0 Chile Terceros’ early strike secures three valuable points for Bolivia in a dramatic and intense match.