Venezuela’s national team, known as La Vinotinto, delivered a confident 2-0 victory over Bolivia in their World Cup qualifying clash at Estadio Monumental de Maturín, keeping their playoff hopes alive and energizing fans watching live on Televen and Gol Caracol en vivo.
The match opened with drama as Bolivian defender Héctor Cuéllar scored an own goal in the 5th minute, giving Venezuela an immediate lead. Veteran striker Salomón Rondón doubled the advantage in the 30th minute, chesting down a cross and finishing with his left foot—his 47th international goal and a testament to his status as Venezuela’s all-time top scorer.
Bolivia struggled to respond, failing to register a single shot on target against Venezuelan goalkeeper Rafael Romo. With this win, Venezuela solidified seventh place in the CONMEBOL standings, four points ahead of Bolivia and with three matches left in the campaign.
Possession stats favored Bolivia (59%), but Venezuela’s efficiency in attack and disciplined defense proved decisive. The result keeps Vinotinto’s World Cup dream alive, as fans turn their attention to the next round and continue following every moment on their favorite live broadcasts.
