On the 9th of South American Qualifiers to the 2026 World Cupthe selection of Chile fell before Brazil by 2 to 1 in local conditions. The defeat is confirmed Ricardo Gareca spoke to the media. These were his feelings: “All defeats hurt, although a deeper analysis must be done. The dates pass and force us to demand more from ourselves to add three, which is the first objective to achieve classification. As the dates progress, everything is compressed.”
On the other hand, Tigre spoke about his upcoming commitments: “The pain will last as long as it has to last. But quickly one has to change one’s mood and prepare for the game for Colombia. I am sure that these types of situations will allow us to grow as a team.”.
He also made reference to the need for a process in the Chilean National Team: “I recognize that times are getting shorter, although I still have faith. I think Chile needs a process. Beyond all this, I have expectations on all these dates, I have faith and I believe in the boys.”
Although he did not ensure his continuity at the helm of this path: “We can have better performances than these. I don’t know if I will last in the process, I have the desire, although I couldn’t give an answer to the demand and demand that there is constantly for results.”
Finally he closed with these words: “There are still many points left. We need a good streak. I feel that there is still room, that’s why I think about the immediate goal, which is classification. It has been difficult for us to repeat formations due to injuries and suspensions. But I don’t change the discourse and I don’t give up on the possibility of a World Cup.”
Vidal’s criticism
As is often the case lately, Arturo Vidal He questioned Gareca again after Chile’s defeat. The Colo-Colo midfielder expressed these feelings: “Why didn’t you make the changes at halftime? It was delayed. How angry, it can’t be. There are times when other people are needed.”.
Reviewing the standings, the Argentine National Team remains the leader of the playoffs with 19 points through six wins, one draw and two losses. Colombia is their second team with 16. Uruguay completes the podium with 15 and one game less. While Chile is neither more nor less than in the last location with only 5 units.