Bolivia vs Colombia Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | World Cup Qualifiers, October 10, 2024

Bolivia vs Colombia Preview

• Competition: CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers
• Date: Thursday, October 10
• Time: 8:00 PM GMT
• Venue: Estadio Municipal de El Alto

Bolivia vs Colombia will be the ninth game for both teams in the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers as the eighth-placed team gears up to host the team in second in the overall standings.

The hosts will enter this game on the back of a dreadful run of form which looks to be on the rise again. Having lost six games on the bounce, they secured wins in their last two games as they defeated Venezuela and Chile. However, they will come up against a formidable opponent and will have to be at their best to get anywhere near securing a result against the Colombians.

Colombia, on the other hand, will enter this contest on the back of a strong run of form. They have lost just once in their last eight games, securing five wins and two draws in the other matches. They drew 1-1 against Peru before securing a mighty 2-1 win against Argentina and they will look to carry that form into the next game as well.

Having said that, let’s take a look at the team news coming out from both camps.

Bolivia National Football Team News

Manager Oscar Villegas will have a few players doubtful about participating in the next game as three of them came off injured after the last one. Goalkeeper Carlos Lampe, midfielder Robson Matheus, and winger Miguel Terceros will be doubtful for the next game. Apart from that, everyone will be fit and available to play, and will be raring to go against a tough opponent.

Colombia National Football Team News

Manager Nestor Lorenzo may be without just one player from the last game. Yerson Mosquera, who bagged a goal against Argentina, may be unable to participate in the next game after coming off injured in the last one. Apart from that, everyone will be fit and available, and will look to carry on from their previous games where they performed so well.

Predicted Lineups

Bolivia National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Guillermo Viscara.

Defenders: Diego Daniel Medina, Luis Haquin (C), Marcelo Suarez, Jose Sagredo.

Midfielders: Robson Matheus, Ervin Vaca, Gabriel Villamil.

Forwards: Miguel Terceros, Carmelo Algaranaz, Roberto Fernandez.

Colombia National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Camillo Vargas.

Defenders: Daniel Munoz, Yerson Mosquera, Jhon Lucumi, Johan Mojica.

Midfielders: Richard Rios, Jefferson Lerma, Jhon Arias.

Forwards: James Rodriguez (C), Jhon Duran, Luis Diaz.

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Head-to-Head Record

The recent head-to-head record has been kind to Colombia as they have won four of the last five meetings against Bolivia, with the other game being a draw.

Key Players to Watch in Bolivia vs Colombia

Miguel Terceros (Bolivia)

The right winger has been in good form for Bolivia in recent times. He came off the bench to score in their 4-0 thumping of Venezuela, followed by a goal in their 2-1 win away in Chile. Despite suffering a knock in the last game, Bolivia will hope their star man returns in time to face Colombia in what proves to be a tough match.

Jhon Duran (Colombia)

The Aston Villa man is currently one of the best strikers in world football in terms of form and will look to replicate his club form for his nation as well. Just 20 years of age, Duran has plenty of time before hitting his footballing peak and has the unique opportunity to establish himself as a mainstay in the team well before that.

Bolivia vs Colombia Prediction

Given the recent history between the two teams, Colombia seems to have a clear advantage in terms of head-to-head. However, playing in Bolivia is never easy due to the altitude, and the visitors will have to be at their absolute best to secure a result.

Prediction: Bolivia 1-2 Colombia

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