Topics: World Cup Qualifying, CONMEBOL, Bolivia, Chile, Alexis Sánchez
La Roja were desperate to claim a win in this tie, and the former Barcelona man stepped up to help them with a brace against Bolivia.

Just when Chile needed their star player to step up and deliver, Alexis Sánchez came out of nowhere to help them accomplish a crucial win in the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers.

The talented winger was key for La Roja's purposes by scoring the opener in a five-goal thriller against Bolivia and the goal that gave Chile three crucial points in their quest to earn a spot in the World Cup. Chile were seventh behind Colombia, but this win puts them in the driver's seat with only two games left for the Chilean side in the Qualifiers.

Sánchez's first goal came via a direct free kick, which paved the way for Chile's second straight win in La Paz in a World Cup Qualifying match. Have a look at it by scrolling down (Image might be geo-restricted).

Chile will now face Brazil and Uruguay during the International break to be played in March, with the clash against Uruguay being crucial for both of these team's chances of entering the World Cup.