Bolivia will face Venezuela in the CONMEBOL World Cup Preliminary on September 5, with the match set to kick off at 16:00 Bolivia local time.
The Bolivia national football team (also known as BOLÍVIA) and the Venezuela national football team are meeting again after three years, with their last encounter resulting in a 4-1 victory for Venezuela. Bolivia is currently struggling, having suffered consecutive defeats against Panama, Uruguay, the USA, Colombia, Ecuador, and Mexico.
Meanwhile, the Venezuela national football team is coming into this match after a loss to Canada in the quarterfinals on July 6.
Bolivia Vs Venezuela Starting Lineups Today
We are updating team formations and line-ups for Bolivia – Venezuela in real time. The teams starting line-ups are yet to be announced.
Here are possible starting lineups for the match between Bolivia and Venezuela:
Bolivia Possible Starting Lineups
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- Carlos Lampe (GK)
- Diego Bejarano
- Jairo Quinteros
- Adrián Jusino
- José Sagredo
- Leonel Justiniano
- Moisés Villarroel
- Ramiro Vaca
- Jeyson Chura
- Marcelo Martins
- Carmelo Algarañaz
Venezuela Possible Starting Lineups
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- Wuilker Faríñez (GK)
- Alexander González
- Yordan Osorio
- Jhon Chancellor
- Roberto Rosales
- Yangel Herrera
- Tomás Rincón
- Junior Moreno
- Darwin Machís
- Jefferson Savarino
- Salomón Rondón
Head-to-Head Record: Bolivia vs. Venezuela
Summary: Bolivia and Venezuela have met 6 times since November 2015. Venezuela has dominated these matchups, winning 4 times, while Bolivia has won twice. Over these matches, Bolivia has scored 10 goals, whereas Venezuela has netted 19, giving Venezuela the upper hand in their recent head-to-head history.
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2022 | CONMEBOL, Preliminary | Venezuela 4-1 Bolivia |
| Jun 3, 2021 | CONMEBOL, Preliminary | Bolivia 3-1 Venezuela |
| Oct 11, 2019 | Friendly | Venezuela 4-1 Bolivia |
| Jun 22, 2019 | Copa América, Group A | Venezuela 3-1 Bolivia |
| Nov 11, 2016 | CONMEBOL, Preliminary | Venezuela 5-0 Bolivia |
| Nov 12, 2015 | CONMEBOL, Preliminary | Bolivia 4-2 Venezuela |
Season Performance in CONMEBOL, Preliminary
Bolivia:
- Matches Played: 6
- Wins: 1
- Draws: 0
- Losses: 5
- Goals Scored: 4 (0.67 per match)
- Goals Conceded: 14 (2.33 per match)
Venezuela:
- Matches Played: 6
- Wins: 2
- Draws: 3
- Losses: 1
- Goals Scored: 6 (1.00 per match)
- Goals Conceded: 3 (0.50 per match)
Bolivia Vs Venezuela Recent Form Analysis
Bolivia is currently on a six-match losing streak, with defeats against Panama, Uruguay, the USA, Colombia, Ecuador, and Mexico. In their last 20 matches, Bolivia has managed only 4 wins, while suffering 15 losses and securing 1 draw.
In contrast, Venezuela has had a more balanced record. They have won 8 of their last 20 matches, with 6 losses and 6 draws. However, they are coming off a loss to Canada in their most recent match.
Bolivia’s Last 6 Matches:
- Loss: 1-3 vs Panama (July 2)
- Loss: 0-5 vs Uruguay (June 28)
- Loss: 0-2 vs USA (June 24)
- Loss: 0-3 vs Colombia (June 16)
- Loss: 1-3 vs Ecuador (June 13)
- Loss: 0-1 vs Mexico (June 1)
Venezuela’s Last 6 Matches:
- Win: 3-0 vs Jamaica (July 1)
- Win: 1-0 vs Mexico (June 27)
- Win: 2-1 vs Ecuador (June 23)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Canada (July 6)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Italy (March 22)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Guatemala (March 25)
Betting Tips: Bolivia vs. Venezuela
1. Match Result: Venezuela to Win
- Reasoning: Venezuela comes into this match with a better head-to-head record against Bolivia, having won 4 of their last 6 encounters, including a convincing 4-1 victory in their most recent match in January 2022. Venezuela also has a stronger recent form, with 3 wins in their last 6 matches, compared to Bolivia’s 6 consecutive losses. Bolivia’s poor defense, which has conceded 14 goals in their last 6 matches, further supports the likelihood of a Venezuela win.
2. Total Goals: Over 2.5
- Reasoning: Matches between Bolivia and Venezuela tend to produce goals, with 4 out of their last 6 encounters seeing over 2.5 goals. Bolivia’s defense has been particularly vulnerable, conceding at least 3 goals in 4 of their last 6 matches. Meanwhile, Venezuela has shown they can score, with 3 or more goals in 2 of their last 3 victories. Betting on over 2.5 goals seems a solid option.
3. Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Reasoning: Despite their poor form, Bolivia has managed to score in 3 of their last 6 matches. Playing at home, they may find the net against a Venezuela team that, while solid, is not invincible defensively. Venezuela has also been consistent in scoring, netting in 5 of their last 6 games. Both teams scoring is a likely outcome given these statistics.
4. First Half Result: Venezuela to Win
- Reasoning: Venezuela has started strong in many of their recent matches, often leading by halftime. Bolivia, on the other hand, has frequently found themselves trailing early, as seen in their recent losses to Uruguay, the USA, and Colombia. Betting on Venezuela to be ahead at halftime could offer good value.
5. Correct Score Prediction: Venezuela 3-1 Bolivia
- Reasoning: Considering the recent form and historical encounters, a 3-1 victory for Venezuela seems plausible. Bolivia’s defense has been leaky, but they may still manage to score at home. Venezuela’s superior form and attacking prowess suggest they could score multiple goals, leading to this predicted scoreline.
6. Player to Score Anytime: Salomón Rondón (Venezuela)
- Reasoning: Salomón Rondón is Venezuela’s most reliable goal scorer and has a good record against Bolivia. With Bolivia’s defense struggling, Rondón is likely to find the back of the net in this match. Betting on him to score at any time during the game could be a profitable option.
Summary
Given Bolivia’s poor form and defensive struggles, Venezuela is favored to win this match. With goals likely on both sides, betting on over 2.5 goals and both teams to score are also strong options. For those looking for more specific bets, predicting a Venezuela lead at halftime and a final score of 3-1 in their favor could offer good returns. Lastly, Salomón Rondón is a strong candidate for an anytime goal scorer.
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