Paraguay eager to keep atop
Gerardo Martino's side, who beat Brazil 2-0, visits Bolivia to remain as leaders
of the South American Qualifiers. Watch Bolivia vs Paraguay Live on JumpTV.
Bolivia are stuck at the bottom of the table, with one point in five matches
played and they must win to boost their chances of struggling for a place in
South Africa 2010.
Faithful to his style, Bolivia coach did not revealed the starting lineup and
the changes he will make to receive the leaders, though following the lose to
Chile, Erwin Sanchez admitted the squad need a change.
Winger Luis Gatty Ribeiro, who entered in the second half against Chile, is
expected to be confirmed as starter, and midfielder Ronald Garcia is back after
an injury and may replace Lorgio Alvarez, who plays for Paraguay's Cerro Porteņo.
Paraguay, who lead the South American Qualifiers
after a remarkable campaign, reach La Paz more motivated than ever due to their
resounding victory over Brazil (2-0).
Gerardo Martino will shuffle the squad that beat Dunga's side on Sunday. Aldo
Bobadilla is expected to be the keeper, since Justo Villar picked up an injury.
Defender Carlos Bonet will replace right-winger Dario Veron, suspended, and
Claudio Morel Rodriguez returns after a disciplinary suspension, replacing Denis
Caniza.
In midfield, the local media claims Edgar Barreto would give his position to
Victor Caceres, who started the first four rounds but then became a backup
against Brazil. Cristian Riveros, who also missed Brazil tie due to suspension,
is ready to be back.
Roque Santa Cruz, who has expressed some discomfort in playing in La Paz, is
expected to be unavailable for Martino.
Probable line-ups:
Bolivia: Sergio Galarza; Luis Gatty Ribeiro, Luis Gutierrez, Ronald Raldes,
Abdon Reyes; Leonel Reyes, Ronald Garcia, Jhasmany Campos, Limbert Gutierrez;
Marcelo Martins Moreno and Joaquin Botero. Coach: Erwin Sanchez.
Paraguay: Aldo Bobadilla; Carlos Bonet, Julio Cesar Caceres, Paulo Da Silva,
Claudio Morel Rodriguez; Enrique Vera, Victor Caceres, Jonathan Santana,
Cristian Riveros; Salvador Cabaņas and Nelson Haedo. Coach: Gerardo Martino.
Referee: Leonardo Gaciba (BRA.)
Stadium: Hernando Siles
Time: 16:00 ET
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