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Russia vs Chile LIVE Score Updates: Chile Leads 1-0 with Gonzalo Tapia’s Strike

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Russia vs Chile LIVE Score Updates: Chile Leads 1-0 After Gonzalo Tapia’s Stunner

By ab | Updated: November 15, 2025, 10:07 PM IST

A Friendly with Fireworks: Russia vs Chile at Fisht Olympic Stadium

Welcome to our live coverage of the international friendly between Russia and Chile on November 15, 2025, at the iconic Fisht Olympic Stadium in Sochi. Kick-off was at 8:30 PM IST (6:00 PM local), and it’s been a tense affair so far. Russia, unbeaten in recent games, hosts a resilient Chile side looking to bounce back from qualifiers. With both teams prepping for future tournaments, expect attacking flair. Chile leads 1-0 at the hour mark, thanks to Gonzalo Tapia’s left-footed beauty. Follow along for ball-by-ball updates, lineups, and analysis!

Russia, under Valery Karpin, boasts home advantage and a solid run, while Chile’s Ricardo Gareca aims to spark creativity. The last meeting was a draw—history might repeat, but Tapia’s strike has Chile dreaming big. Stadium crowd: 35,000 buzzing under floodlights.

Match Snapshot

  • Score: Russia 0-1 Chile
  • Venue: Fisht Olympic Stadium, Sochi
  • Kick-Off: 8:30 PM IST
  • HT Score: 0-1 (Tapia 37′)

Lineups: Russia’s Home Grit vs Chile’s Flair

Russia XI: Safonov; Dzhikiya, Diveev, Osipenko; Sidorov, Barinov, Miranchuk, Zhemaletdinov; Tyukavin, Chalov, Mostovoy.

Chile XI: Bravo; Isla, Medel, Maripan, Mena; Fuenzalida, Pulgar, Vidal, Aranguiz; Tapia, Brereton Diaz.

Key Player Team Role
Alexander Mostovoy Russia Playmaker
Gonzalo Tapia Chile Goal-Scorer
Artem Dzyuba Russia Striker

Live Updates: Key Moments from the Match

Score: RUS 0-1 CHI Chile holds firm as Russia pushes with subs. Tapia’s goal stands; Chile counters on breakaways. Possession: Russia 58%, Chile 42%.
First Half Ends: RUS 0-1 CHI Intense half—Chile’s Tapia strikes in 37′, assisted by Altamirano. Russia dominated possession but lacked finish. Shots: 8-5 Chile.
GOAL! RUS 0-1 CHI Gonzalo Tapia curls a left-footed beauty from the box’s edge, assisted by Javier Altamirano. Chile leads—stadium stunned!
Score: RUS 0-0 CHI Neck-and-neck—Russia edges possession (55%), but Chile’s counters dangerous. Chalov misses a sitter; Tapia’s shot saved.
First Half Begins! Russia starts strong, pressing high. Chile absorbs and looks to break with Sarr’s pace.
Chile XI: Bravo; Isla, Medel, Maripan, Mena; Fuenzalida, Pulgar, Vidal, Aranguiz; Tapia, Brereton Diaz.
Russia XI: Safonov; Dzhikiya, Diveev, Osipenko; Sidorov, Barinov, Miranchuk, Zhemaletdinov; Tyukavin, Chalov, Mostovoy.
Head-to-Head: 1 match, 0 wins each, 1 draw. Chile’s 2017 win over Russia was friendly—expect revenge!
Match Time: 8:30 PM IST | Venue: Fisht Olympic Stadium, Sochi.
Match Kicks Off Soon! Russia hosts Chile in Sochi—friendly prep for future tournaments. Stay tuned!

Preview: Two Nations on the Rise

Russia, unbeaten lately, leverages home soil under Karpin. Chile, rebuilding post-qualifiers, eyes momentum with Gareca. Last meeting: Draw. Prediction: Russia 2-1 Chile—home edge wins.

Russia vs Chile LIVE Score Updates: Chile Leads 1-0 After Gonzalo Tapia's Stunner

How to Watch: Streams & Telecast

India: Sony Sports (TV), Sony LIV (stream)—8:30 PM IST.

US: beIN Sports—10 AM ET.

UK: TNT Sports—3 PM GMT.

Highlights on YouTube post-match.

Key Battles

  • Mostovoy vs Pulgar: Russian creativity vs Chilean steel.
  • Tapia vs Russia Defense: Chile’s goal threat.
  • Chalov vs Bravo: Striker vs Keeper showdown.

Final Thoughts: A Friendly with Fire

Chile’s lead sets up a thriller—can Russia roar back? Share your predictions below!

 

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