The CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers conclude with a highly anticipated clash as Bolivia hosts Brazil at the Estadio Municipal de El Alto. This match is a top-of-the-table showdown for Brazil, who have already secured their place at the 2026 World Cup, while Bolivia is in a must-win situation to keep their slim hopes of a playoff spot alive.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (GMT)VenueFIFA World Cup QualifierSeptember 9, 202511:30 PMEstadio Municipal de El Alto, El Alto, Bolivia
Team Form and Analysis:
Bolivia enters this match with their World Cup dreams hanging by a thread. The hosts are currently in eighth place in the CONMEBOL standings, one point behind Venezuela, who hold the inter-confederation playoff spot. After a tough 3-0 defeat to Colombia in their last outing, Bolivia must beat Brazil and hope Venezuela slips up in their match to have any chance of making it to the tournament. Despite their struggles on the road, Bolivia has a strong home record, particularly at the high-altitude Estadio Municipal de El Alto, where they are unbeaten in the qualifying campaign.
Brazil, meanwhile, has already secured their place at the 2026 World Cup and is looking to finish their qualifying campaign on a strong note. The Seleção is coming off a dominant 3-0 victory against Chile and has shown impressive attacking depth and defensive solidity under new manager Carlo Ancelotti. With their place at the tournament secured, Ancelotti is expected to rotate his squad, with a number of key players, including Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, and Casemiro, being rested. The visitors will be looking to prove their depth and maintain their momentum heading into the World Cup.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two nations is heavily in favor of Brazil, who have been the dominant force in their 33 previous meetings, with 24 wins to Bolivia’s five. Brazil has won their last six meetings with Bolivia, including a comfortable 5-1 victory in their most recent World Cup qualifying clash.
Player to Watch:
Bolivia: All eyes will be on their key attacking players, including Carmelo Algaranaz and Moisés Paniagua, who will be looked upon to provide a much-needed attacking spark for the home side.
Brazil: With a number of key players being rested, the focus for Brazil will be on their young attacking players who will be looking to make an impression on Ancelotti. Look out for the likes of Estevao and Raphinha, who have been in excellent form for both club and country.
Prediction:
Given Brazil’s clear superiority in terms of talent and their dominant head-to-head record against Bolivia, they are the clear favorites to win this match. While Bolivia will have the home advantage and the motivation to secure a historic result, it is difficult to see them overcoming the Brazilian team’s quality, even with a rotated squad. A comfortable away victory for Brazil seems like a very likely outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Bolivia vs Brazil match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
USA: Fanatiz
UK: Premier Sports 1
Canada: Fanatiz
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