Chile’s Roja Revolution: Copa America 2024 Squad Unveiled
As the oldest football federation in South America, the Federación de Fútbol de Chile, founded in 1895, continues its storied legacy with a squad poised to make an impact at the Copa America 2024. With an average height of 1.78m and an average age of 27.2, Chile brings a blend of experience and youthful exuberance to the tournament. The nation, known for its passionate football culture, anticipates a thrilling campaign.
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Key Achievements
Chile has experienced football success in recent years, claiming multiple Copa America titles. The 2024 squad, built on a foundation of skill and determination, aims to carry on the Roja’s winning tradition.
Squad Highlights
Goalkeepers
- Gabriel Arias (Racing Club Avellaneda)
- Claudio Bravo (Real Betis Sevilla)
- Cristóbal Campos (Universidad de Chile Santiago)
- Brayan Cortés (Colo Colo Santiago)
Defenders
- Paulo Díaz (River Plate Buenos Aires)
- Matías Catalán (Talleres Córdoba)
- Rodrigo Echeverría (Huracán Buenos Aires)
- Guillermo Maripán (AS Monaco)
- Nayel Mehssatou (KV Kortrijk)
- Eugenio Mena (Universidad Católica Santiago)
- Guillermo Soto (Baltika Kaliningrad)
- Gabriel Suazo (Toulouse FC)
- Matías Zaldivia (Universidad de Chile Santiago)
Midfielders
- Javier Altamirano (Estudiantes La Plata)
- Williams Alarcón (Huracán Buenos Aires)
- Charles Aránguiz (SC Internacional)
- Lucas Assadi (Universidad de Chile Santiago)
- Matías Fernández (Independiente del Valle)
- Maximiliano Guerrero (Deportes La Serena)
- Felipe Loyola (Huachipato Talcahuano)
- Gary Medel (CR Vasco da Gama)
- Víctor Méndez (CSKA Moskva)
- Marcelino Núñez (Norwich City)
- Darío Osorio (FC Midtjylland)
- César Pérez (Unión La Calera)
- Vicente Pizarro (Colo Colo Santiago)
- Erick Pulgar (CR Flamengo)
- Diego Valdés (América México)
- Arturo Vidal (Atlético Paranaense)
Forwards
- Bruno Barticciotto (Talleres Córdoba)
- Alexander Aravena (Universidad Católica Santiago)
- Marcos Bolados (Colo Colo Santiago)
- Ben Brereton (Villarreal CF)
- Víctor Dávila (CSKA Moskva)
- Juan Delgado (Sheffield Wednesday)
- Damián Pizarro (Colo Colo Santiago)
- Diego Rubio (Colorado Rapids)
- Alexis Sánchez (Inter Milano)
Conclusion
Chile’s Roja, with a rich football heritage, is ready to create a new chapter in their story at Copa America 2024. As the players don the iconic red jersey, they carry the hopes and dreams of a passionate nation. With a squad that blends tactical acumen, technical prowess, and a never-say-die spirit, Chile aims to leave an indelible mark on the tournament. The stage is set for a Roja Revolution, and fans eagerly await the unfolding drama on the South American football stage.