Discontent in Chile after defeat: Gareca under pressure and calls for Bielsa.

The recent victory of the Peruvian national team over Uruguay in the CONMEBOL qualifiers has left many Chileans reflecting on the situation of their own team. With this result, Peru strengthens its fight for a spot in the 2026 North American World Cup, while Chile, on the contrary, finds itself at the bottom of the qualification table. The joy of Peruvian fans contrasts sharply with the frustration and discontent of Chilean supporters, who watch as their team sinks deeper into the standings.

The figure of coach Ricardo Gareca has become the main target of criticism. For many Chilean fans, the current performance of the team is not only disappointing but also seems to be a regression compared to the results achieved under the guidance of other coaches. "A historic embarrassment, it's all Gareca's fault. He should leave," reads one post on social media, where desperation and frustration over the team's performance are expressed forcefully.

Online reactions have been fiercely critical. "We are last in the table. Believing in this team and that Gareca will fix it is naive," states one user, while others categorically demand his resignation. The comments go beyond a lack of confidence in Gareca; they also unfavorably compare his management to that of his predecessors. "Thanks to Gareca, we are the worst team in South America," says a fan in a tone that reflects the collective dismay.

In this context, Chilean fans have begun to make bolder demands, suggesting the return of Marcelo Bielsa, known for his successful tenure with the national team. "Gareca to Uruguay, Bielsa back to Chile," is a message that has resonated strongly among supporters, who believe that the current process is not yielding results and that a return to the roots could be the solution.

The atmosphere is tense, and the pressure on Gareca increases each day as rumors about his possible replacement circulate. According to Argentine journalist Rodolfo Cingolani, Gustavo Álvarez, the current head coach of Universidad de Chile, could be the ideal candidate to take the position that Gareca might leave vacant if the poor performance continues. This news has generated a new type of expectation among fans, who see in Álvarez a hope for renewal.

"The new coach of Chile is going to be Gustavo Álvarez, who in our country managed Temperley and has been having fantastic campaigns there for a while," revealed Cingolani. The possibility of a change in management could mark the beginning of a new era for La Roja, although it remains uncertain whether this will translate into an improvement in the team's performance.

Meanwhile, Chilean fans are divided. Some still believe that Gareca can turn the situation around, although those supporting his continuation are becoming fewer. Media pressure and social networks have become platforms for expressing a discontent that seems endless. "Milad and Gareca have made the team play worse than with Berizzo," can be heard among supporters, who demand immediate answers and solutions.

The situation raises important questions about the future of the Chilean national team on the international stage. Will they find a path that leads them back to glory? Or will they continue to be haunted by the shadow of a successful past that seems distant? With each match, uncertainty grows, and the pressure on those involved intensifies. The next steps will be crucial in determining whether Gareca can keep his position or if the Chilean national team will need to seek a new direction.

Thus, the drama of Chilean football intensifies, and the next qualifying round presents a high-tension scenario where every point counts and where the future of Gareca, and La Roja, hangs by a thread. Fans are on edge, hoping that the next match will provide an answer that justifies continuing to believe in their national team or, conversely, lead to a necessary and urgent change.