The November international brought South American World Cup Qualifiers back, and the Conmebol tournament hasn’t failed to deliver. Argentina have secured a spot in Qatar 2022, despite they didn’t shine againstBrazil. Right now, both of them arethe onlySouth American teamsto seal a place in the upcoming World Cup.
The derby headlined this round but it has fallen short of expectations. Matchday 14, however, didn’t produce many interesting results, but things remain really even. Bolivia upset Uruguay at the beginning of this round, putting Oscar Washington Tabarez‘s men in a tough spot.
Things continued inColombia, who shared the points withParaguayinGuillermo Barros Schelotto‘s second game in charge ofLa Albirroja. Moreover,Peru claimed a much-needed victory over Venezuela, whileEcuadordefeatedChilein Santiago to confirm Argentina’squalificationfor Qatar.
South American 2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Matchday 14results
Bolivia 3-0 Uruguay
Venezuela 1-2 Peru
Colombia 0-0 Paraguay
Argentina 0-0 Brazil
Chile 0-2 Ecuador
South American 2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Next round games
Colombia vs. Peru
Venezuela vs. Bolivia
Paraguay vs. Uruguay
Chile vs. Argentina
Ecuador vs. Brazil
South American 2022 World Cup Qualifiers Standings
Brazil continue atopthe South American Qualifiers standings, having a2022 World Cup berth under their belts. Argentina followed them after Ecuador’s win overChile. La Tri, meanwhile, are on pace to secure another spot.
Peru are still in contention thanks to their second straight win. The battle for the remaining World Cup berths is still tight forrest of the pack as they’re veryclose to each other. La Celeste, however, have dropped many places and their aspirations are in serious danger.
South American 2022 World Cup Qualifiers standings after Matchday 13. (fifa.com)