In an electrifying match on February 8, 2025, the Chilean national soccer team showcased a dominant display at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos in Santiago Chile. They snagged a solid 5-1 win over Panama.
Game Top Moments
- Chile Takes Charge Right Away: Right off the bat, Chile grabbed the reins. Nicolás Guerra notched the first score just two minutes in, and after, Alexander Uribe found the net in the fifth giving Chile a quick 2-0 edge.
- Panama Fights Back: Panama didn’t let the early stumble keep them down too long. Cecilio Waterman nailed a penalty close to half an hour into the game making it 3-1 and closing the gap a bit.
- Chile’s Aggressive Push Forward: Nicolás Guerra scored his third goal with shots in the 25th and then again in the 42nd minute. Not too long after, Luis Cepeda joined the goal-scoring party hitting the back of the net in the 53rd minute, sealing the deal with a 5-1 finish.
Stats at a Glance
- Ball Control: Chile had the upper hand with the ball keeping it 70% of the time. In contrast, Panama managed to control it 30%.
- Goal Attempts: Chile hit the target with three attempts, and each one became a goal. Panama, on the other hand, didn’t get a single shot on target.
Who Played?
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Looking Back in Time
The game served as the third showdown between Chile and Panama. , Chile defeated Panama scoring 4-2 in the Copa América on June 15, 2016, and clinching a 3-1 win in a friendly on January 21, 2010.
Peering Forward
Chile gears up to take on Paraguay on March 20, 2025, in the fierce battles of the FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifiers. Meanwhile, Panama’s got a date with the United States the next day launching into action in the CONCACAF Nations League on March 21, 2025.
Wrap-up
After Chile trashed Panama with a massive 5-1 score, they sure look sharp on attack. This win pumps them up as they gear up for more nail-biting games ahead. Panama’s gotta shake off that tough loss and get their heads back in the game for the next rounds in the CONCACAF Nations League.
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