Venezuela also seeks their first World Cup appearance in history. Currently sitting seventh in the standings, they would be in an intercontinental playoff for a chance at a World Cup berth, and now with a four-point lead on Bolivia, they will set their eyes on catching Colombia for direct qualification instead of the playoff.

Venezuela will face Bolivia in this South American World Cup Qualifier matchup on Friday at Estadio Monumental de Maturín.

Carlo Ancelotti got off to a disappointing start as Brazil coach in Thursday's South American World Cup qualifiers, drawing 0-0 against runners-up Ecuador, putting the Italian manager under considerable pressure.