Brazil Clash with Chile: Bold Predictions, Key Lineups, and What to Expect
Brazil aims to continue their impressive five-match winning run against Chile as both nations compete for crucial three points.
Following a three-month hiatus, South American teams return to action for their final remaining 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying fixtures. Brazil has already booked their spot in next summer's competition following their 1–0 triumph over Paraguay in June, while Chile sits at the bottom of the table with merely 10 points from 16 encounters.
It's clear that the chances favor Brazil's Seleção under Carlo Ancelotti against La Roja in this upcoming encounter. Chile hasn't secured a competitive victory in 2025, whereas Brazil remains unbeaten under their new head coach.
While the match looks heavily favored on paper, surprises can occur under the floodlights in Rio de Janeiro, particularly given Brazil's numerous absent star players.
Here is Sports Illustrated's comprehensive match preview.
What Time Does Brazil vs. Chile Kick-Off?
Brazil vs. Chile Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Brazil | Chile |
|---|---|
Brazil 1–0 Paraguay – 06/10/25 | Bolivia 2–0 Chile – 06/10/25 |
Ecuador 0–0 Brazil – 06/05/25 | Chile 0–1 Argentina – 06/05/25 |
Argentina 4–1 Brazil – 03/26/25 | Chile 0–0 Ecuador – 03/25/25 |
Brazil 2–1 Colombia – 03/21/25 | Paraguay 1–0 Chile – 03/20/25 |
Brazil 1–1 Uruguay – 11/20/24 | Chile 6–1 Panama – 02/08/25 |
How to Watch Brazil vs. Chile on TV
Country | TV Channel/Live Stream |
|---|---|
United States | UNIVERSO, Peacock, FuboTV |
Canada | FuboTV |
Mexico | Vix Premium Deportes 1, Amazon Prime Video |
United Kingdom | Premier Sports 2 |
Brazil Team News
Carlo Ancelotti won't have access to his former Real Madrid stars for the Chile fixture. Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo and Éder Militão have all remained in Madrid since Brazil has already secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
Matheus Cunha and Alex Sandro are also unavailable for the encounter after being compelled to withdraw from the squad through injury. Neymar represents another notable absence after Ancelotti chose not to include the 33-year-old.
Anticipate seeing numerous fresh faces in the Seleção's starting eleven on Thursday evening. Chelsea pair Estêvão and João Pedro are positioned to start while Ancelotti might choose the unexpected inclusion of Douglas Santos on the left wing.
Brazil Predicted Lineup vs. Chile
Brazil predicted lineup vs. Chile (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Vanderson, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Santos; Guimarães, Casemiro; Estêvão, Raphinha, Martinelli; Pedro
Chile Team News
Nicolás Córdova raised eyebrows when he excluded veteran trio Alexis Sánchez, Arturo Vidal and Charles Aránguiz from his September roster. Brayan Cortés was similarly omitted, leaving Chile with three goalkeepers possessing zero combined international experience.
La Roja will also be missing Francisco Sierralta, who is completing his suspension following his red card against Bolivia in June. Anticipate Guillermo Maripán to fill his position alongside Benjamín Kuscevic.
Beyond that, numerous young prospects will receive opportunities to showcase themselves under new interim manager Córdova, including 22-year-old Alexander Aravena, who is gradually establishing his reputation in Serie A.
Chile Predicted Lineup vs. Brazil
Chile predicted lineup vs. Brazil (4-3-3): Gillier; Hormazábal, Maripán, Kuscevic, Suazo; Osorio, Echeverría, Loyola; Tapia, Brereton Díaz, Aravena
Brazil vs. Chile Score Prediction
Chile will be eager to secure their first victory in five matches, but they appear headed for another disappointing outcome. Despite Brazil missing several superstars, they still possess a roster filled with Premier League quality that should be sufficient to overcome La Roja.
Additionally, with one of the world's finest goalkeepers protecting the net for Ancelotti's team, it will be challenging for Chile to create meaningful opportunities in Rio de Janeiro.