The most recent Copa América champions are quite confident about their chances to defeat Brazil for the first time since August 15, 2000. In order to do so, some of Jorge Sampaoli's key players are trying to get their fans fired up, so the atmosphere ends up giving them the needed boost to beat Dunga's side.
Chile's coach may have to adjust his lineup given Alexis Sanchez's injury, which forced him to limp off the pitch during the game between Arsenal and Manchester United. Here's how key elements of La Roja are getting ready for the World Cup Qualifiers' first game.
Arturo Vidal: Fired up despite being doubtful for tonight's match
"King" Arturo is one of the most active players in social media, constantly supporting humanitarian causes or sharing moments of his life off the pitch. The controversial midfielder knows he could miss the first game of the Qualifiers, but that did not hold him back while wishing the best for his team-mates.
"Good night y'all! If it's God's will, tomorrow will be a beautiful day! Come on Chile!"
Buenas noches a todos!!! Espero que mañana sea un lindo día si Dios quiere!!! Vamos chile carajo!!! pic.twitter.com/9zzg8nGn8C
— Arturo Vidal (@kingarturo23) October 8, 2015
Claudio Bravo: Teamwork will get them where they want
Barcelona's shot-stopper has earned his place among the top goalkeepers in the game right now, and his words try to reflect that. The former Real Sociedad goalie shared a picture via Twitter with some of his team-mates, including Arturo Vidal, Gary Medel and Jean Beausejour.
"Nothing will be easy. It will be a road full of speed bumps, but we will surely get to #Russia2018 #JuntosPodemos (Together we can) #fuerzaChile (Be strong, Chile)"
Nada será fácil, será un camino plagado de obstáculos. Pero seguro llegaremos a #Rusia2018#JuntosPodemos#fuerzaChile pic.twitter.com/1kLUHLeyPi
— Claudio Bravo Muñoz (@C1audioBravo) October 7, 2015
Gary Medel: A message of teamwork prior to the game
"Pitbull" Medel, one of the team's most respected players, also fired up his fans via his Twitter feed. For Inter's center back, the team's strength will help them succeed against Brazil.
"Tonight, we'll give everything for Chile! Closer than ever!"
Esta tarde a dejarlo todo por Chile. Más unidos que nunca!!! pic.twitter.com/TMacQ8L8q5
— Gary Medel (@MedelPitbull) October 8, 2015
Match details, result and original broadcast info
Chile 2 - 0 Brazil
October 8, 2015 7:30pmEstadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos (Santiago de Chile)This match has ended. Below are the original Live broadcast details for this match.
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