Bolivia's World Cup Hopes Ride on Friday's Match Against Venezuela

Bolivia's World Cup Hopes Hinge on Venezuela Clash: A Draw Could Be Enough La Paz, Bolivia – Bolivia faces a crucial match against Venezuela in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers this Friday. The match, scheduled for 6:00 PM local time at the Estadio Monumental de Maturín, holds significant weight for Bolivia's chances of qualifying. A draw might be enough to propel them into the repechage round, depending on other results. "Bolivia must win, as this would automatically secure their place in the repechage," explains Agustín Suárez, a sports presenter for Unitel Bolivia. However, he adds, "a draw also serves Bolivia well, as they would only be one point behind Venezuela." The video details Bolivia's current standing in eighth place with 14 points, while Venezuela is seventh with 15. The remaining matches for Bolivia in September include games against Chile, Colombia, and Brazil. The video also previews a potential starting lineup for Bolivia, including Guillermo Viscarra in goal and Moisés Paniagua leading the attack. The upcoming match is a critical step in Bolivia's journey to the World Cup, and the outcome will have a significant impact on their qualification prospects.