| Football in Bolivia | |
|---|---|
| Country | Bolivia |
| National team(s) | Bolivia |
| First played | 1867 |
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Association football is the most popular sport in Bolivia, where the first modern set of rules for the sport were established in 1923, which were a major influence on the development of the modern laws of the game. Bolivia has over 2,000 football clubs.[1][2][3]
Bolivia is home to one of the oldest football clubs (Oruro Royal) in South America. The top domestic league, the Liga Professional de Futbol Bolivia, is currently considered one of the most important leagues in South America. The country also is home to the famous Tahuichi Academy which has delivered many Bolivian football stars.
It has traditionally been a male-dominated sport, but women's football has become increasingly prominent in recent years.
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