Bolivia vs Brazil prediction, preview, team news and more | 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
Bolivia are set to play Brazil at the Estadio Hernando Siles on Wednesday for a FIFA World Cup qualifying game.
Bolivia come into this game on the back of a 3-0 loss to Reinaldo Rueda's Colombia recently. Goals from Liverpool attacker Luis Diaz, Junior striker Miguel Borja and Porto midfielder Mateus Uribe sealed the deal for Colombia.
Brazil, on the other hand, beat Martin Lasarte's Chile 4-0 in their most recent game. Goals from Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar, Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior, Aston Villa midfielder Philippe Coutinho and Everton attacker Richarlison secured the win for Tite's Brazil.
Bolivia vs Brazil Head-to-Head
In 31 head-to-head encounters between the two sides, Brazil hold the clear advantage. They have won 22 games, lost five and drawn four.
The two countries last faced each other in 2020, with Brazil beating Bolivia 5-0. A brace from Liverpool attacker Roberto Firmino, goals from Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Marquinhos and midfielder Philippe Coutinho and an own goal from midfielder Jose Carrasco ensured victory for Brazil.
Bolivia form guide: L-L-L-W-W
Brazil form guide: W-W-D-D-W
Bolivia vs Brazil Team News
Bolivia
Bolivia have included Inter Miami centre-back Jairo Quinteros, Beerschot midfielder Ramiro Vaca and The Strongest midfielder Henry Vaca in the squad. There could be potential debuts for The Strongest goalkeeper Jhohan Gutierrez, Oriento Petrolero defender Marcelo Suarez, Blooming midfielder Richard Spenhay and Bolivar defender Jose Herrera. Lugo attacker Jaume Cuellar is suspended.
Injured: None
Doubtful: None
Suspended: Jaume Cuellar
Brazil
Meanwhile, Brazil manager Tite has named Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker, Chelsea centre-back Thiago Silva, Manchester United left-back Alex Telles, Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro, and Liverpool midfielder Fabinho in the squad.
Due to bookings picked up against Chile, Vinicius Junior and Neymar Junior have both been suspended for the Bolivia game. As a result, they have returned to their respective European clubs. Their absence gives Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli a chance to shine.
There could be a potential debut for Atletico Mineiro goalkeeper Everson, who replaces Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson Moraes in the squad. Talents like Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes and Ajax forward Antony have also been included.
Injured: Ederson Moraes
Doubtful: None
Suspended: Vinicius Junior, Neymar Junior
Bolivia vs Brazil Predicted XI
Bolivia Predicted XI (3-4-3): Ruben Cordano, Jairo Quinteros, Jose Maria Carrasco, Jose Sagredo, Roberto Fernandez, Ramiro Vaca, Gabriel Villamil, Moises Villarroel, Franz Gonzales, Marcelo Moreno, Henry Vaca
Brazil Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Alisson Becker, Dani Alves, Thiago Silva, Eder Militao, Guilherme Arana, Lucas Paqueta, Bruno Guimaraes, Antony, Richarlison, Philippe Coutinho, Gabriel Martinelli
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Bolivia vs Brazil Prediction
Bolivia have a fairly inexperienced squad, and will be the clear underdogs against Brazil. A strong team performance will be needed if they are to produce a positive result.
Brazil, on the other hand, have a squad brimming with talent. Experienced stars like Thiago Silva and Marquinhos, alongside younger talents like Lucas Paqueta and Richarlison, make this Brazil side a fun watch.
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Brazil will be the favorites.
Prediction: Bolivia 0-3 Brazil