What you can expect from Chile in Copa America 2024?
Chile are gearing up for Copa America 2024 with high hopes as they are aiming for their third continental title while La Roja fans are eager to see their team perform in the USA.
Chile have always been a powerhouse in Copa America. They won as hosts in 2015 and also lifted the trophy in the USA last time while they have also reached the knockout stage six times in a row.
Ricardo Gareca will be acting as the head coach for Chile this year as the Argentine has a strong track record. The Argentinian led Peru to a third-place finish in 2015 and was runners-up in 2019.
Chile will face tough competition as they are in a group with Argentina, Peru, and Canada. The team had their final preparatory match against Paraguay on June 11 which they comfortably won by 3-0. The former Copa winners announced a 55-man provisional squad on May 5, 2024.
La Roja fans hope their team will sizzle and not fizzle. With their strong history, they just might go all the way. Let’s see if they can cook up another victory in the USA!
Chile’s Copa America 2024 squad looks strong and promising. Let’s break it down.
Goalkeepers
Brayan Cortés from Colo-Colo has been solid as he started all six World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Claudio Bravo brings experience but hasn’t seen much action lately. Gabriel Arias from Racing has been a steady backup.
| Player Name | Club |
|---|---|
| Brayan Cortés | Colo-Colo |
| Claudio Bravo | Real Betis |
| Gabriel Arias | Racing |
| Lawrence Vigouroux | Burnley |
| Vicente Reyes | Norwich City |
Defenders
Gary Medel with 161 caps is the rock at the back. Mauricio Isla follows with 139 caps. Guillermo Maripán, Paulo Díaz, Gabriel Suazo, Igor Lichnovsky, and Matías Catalán are likely to join them. Felipe Loyola and Thomas Galdames also have a shot after their call-up against Paraguay.
| Player Name | Club |
|---|---|
| Benjamín Kuscevic | Fortaleza |
| Enzo Roco | Al-Tai |
| Erick Wiemberg | Colo-Colo |
| Eugenio Mena | Universidad Católica |
| Felipe Loyola | Huachipato |
| Francisco Sierralta | Watford |
| Gary Medel | Vasco da Gama |
| Gabriel Suazo | Toulouse |
| Guillermo Maripán | Monaco |
| Igor Lichnovsky | Club América |
| Matias Catalán | Talleres |
| Mauricio Isla | Independiente |
| Nicolás Díaz | Tijuana |
| Nicolás Fernández | Audax Italiano |
| Óscar Opazo | Colo-Colo |
| Paulo Díaz | River Plate |
| Sebastián Vegas | Monterrey |
| Thomas Galdamez | Godoy Cruz |
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Midfielders
Erick Pulgar and Diego Valdés are back from injuries. Arturo Vidal and Marcelo Díaz were not called for the Paraguay friendly. Marcelino Núñez of Norwich City and Rodrigo Echeverría from Huracán are strong choices. Darío Osorio and César Pérez are also in the mix.
| Player Name | Club |
|---|---|
| Arturo Vidal | Colo-Colo |
| César Pérez | Unión La Calera |
| Claudio Baeza | Toluca |
| Darío Osorio | Midtjylland |
| Diego Valdés | Club América |
| Erick Pulgar | Flamengo |
| Esteban Pavez | Colo-Colo |
| Felipe Méndez | CSKA Moscow |
| Lucas Assadi | Universidad de Chile |
| Luciano Cabral | Coquimbo Unido |
| Marcelino Núñez | Norwich City |
| Marcelo Díaz | Universidad de Chile |
| Pablo Galdames | Vasco da Gama |
| Rodrigo Echeverría | Huracán |
| Ulises Ortegoza | Talleres |
| Vicente Pizarro | Colo-Colo |
| Williams Alarcón | Huracán |
Forwards
The attack will likely feature stars Alexis Sánchez, Eduardo Vargas, and Ben Brereton Diaz. Marcos Bolados is another good option. Cristián Zavala, Victor Dávila, and Maximiliano Guerrero, who debuted against Paraguay will be adding some depth to the squad.
| Player Name | Club |
|---|---|
| Alexis Sánchez | Inter Milan |
| Alexander Aravena | Universidad Católica |
| Ben Brereton Díaz | Sheffield United |
| Cristián Zavala | Colo-Colo |
| Diego Rubio | Austin FC |
| Diego Valencia | Atromitos |
| Eduardo Vargas | Atlético Mineiro |
| Felipe Mora | Portland Timbers |
| Jean Meneses | Toluca |
| Marcos Bolados | Colo-Colo |
| Maximiliano Guerrero | Universidad de Chile |
| Steffan Pino | Deportes Iquique |
| Victor Dávila | CSKA Moscow |
Predicted Lineup for Chile in Copa America 2024
Chile could go all the way if they bring their A-game to Copa America 2024 and here’s a look at the expected lineup under coach Ricardo Gareca.
Claudio Bravo with his wealth of experience is expected to be the man between the sticks. His presence can boost the team’s confidence.
Mauricio Isla will take the right-back spot while Gabriel Suazo will cover the left. In the center, Paulo Díaz and Igor Lichnovsky are likely to pair up to form a solid defensive duo.
Rodrigo Echeverría and Marcelino Núñez are expected to hold the fort in defensive midfield. Their task will be to break up opposition attacks and distribute the ball effectively.
Darío Osorio, Alexis Sánchez, and Victor Dávila will play just behind the striker. This trio can create magic with their skills and creativity. Alexis Sánchez with his flair and experience will be the key playmaker.
Eduardo Vargas is set to lead the attack. His goal-scoring prowess will be crucial for Chile’s success in this tournament.
Chile Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Claudio Bravo (GK) (C); Mauricio Isla, Igor Lichnovsky, Paulo Díaz, Gabriel Suazo; Rodrigo Echeverría, Marcelino Núñez; Darío Osorio, Alexis Sánchez, Victor Dávila; Eduardo Vargas
Player missing for Chile in Copa America 2024
Colo-Colo’s Carlos Palacios had to pull out of the squad ahead of the Albania friendly due to injury. Estudiantes midfielder Javier Altamirano withdrew from the squad for non-injury-related reasons.
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