Bolivia Faces South Korea in Crucial Friendly Match

DAEJEON, South Korea — The Bolivian national soccer team aims to improve its game as it faces South Korea in an international friendly match on Friday, November 14, 2025. The match is set to kick off at 7:00 a.m. local time, and will be broadcast live on Unitel and Fútbol Canal, with streaming available on FBF Play.

This friendly match serves as a critical test for Bolivia ahead of the intercontinental playoff for the 2026 World Cup. Coach Óscar Villegas has called up 26 players, blending experienced athletes and newcomers, including goalkeeper Guillermo Viscarra of Alianza Lima, who replaces veteran Carlos Lampe.

The match kicks off a special tour for Bolivia, which will also face Japan on November 18. This series of games is intended to assess team performance, experiment with tactical variations, and strengthen the squad ahead of the crucial playoff event in North America.

South Korea, meanwhile, has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup after a recent 2-0 victory over Iraq, securing their 11th consecutive World Cup appearance. Under the guidance of coach Hong Myung-Bo, the team is focusing on refining their defensive strength and preparing for the upcoming Asian Cup qualifiers.

This friendly is not just a warm-up; it will also contribute points to the FIFA rankings. Fans can follow the real-time action through Unitel, Fútbol Canal, and Coupang Play in South Korea. For those in Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador, the match begins at 6:00 a.m., while viewers in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil will see the action start at 8:00 a.m.

In their last matchup in 2019, the two teams played to a 0-0 draw. Bolivia is eager to break this trend and gain momentum before the decisive playoff. As they prepare for these high-stakes matches, each game is crucial in their quest for World Cup qualification.