Claudio Bravo, the seasoned Chilean goalkeeper, etched his name into the annals of the South American Championships by becoming the oldest player to ever start in the tournament’s history. The match against Peru in their Group A opener, held at the AT&T Stadium in Texas on Saturday, saw Bravo take the field at the age of 41 years, 2 months, and 16 days, a testament to his enduring athletic prowess and commitment to the game.
This remarkable feat surpassed the previous record, established over a century ago, making Bravo’s achievement all the more significant. Chile, drawn in Group A alongside Peru, Argentina, and debutants Canada, will face the Lionel Messi-led Argentina in their next match just three days later. The pressure will be on for Bravo and his team as they strive to make their mark on this prestigious tournament.
