Bolivia

Bolivia, La Verde, are famed for the formidable challenge they pose at altitude in La Paz, where the thin Andean air has humbled some of South America's greatest sides. A proud highland footballing nation, Bolivia rely on home fortress form to compete with CONMEBOL's giants.

Bolivia have appeared at three World Cups. They featured at the inaugural 1930 tournament and again in 1950, losing their matches, before their most recent appearance in 1994 in the United States, where they exited in the group stage but earned a creditable draw. Their footballing identity is inseparable from the altitude of La Paz, where famous qualifying victories have included a stunning win over Argentina. Bolivia continue to chase a return to the world's biggest stage.