Football in Bolivia

It has traditionally been a male-dominated sport, but women's football has become increasingly prominent in recent years.

Nonetheless, the consequence of the War of the Pacific slowed the progress of Bolivian football, and only into 20th century, the sport became popular.

Despite being typically one of the weaker teams in South America, Bolivia has already participated in three FIFA World Cup, at 1930, 1950 and 1994; but only scored one goal throughout three competitions.

At the Copa América however, Bolivia has a better and prestigious record, winning one at 1963 and finished runners-up at 1997, both held at home.

[5] The U-17 Bolivian team is more successful, having won one U-17 Copa América and participated in two FIFA U-17 World Cup.