Bolivian Cup Chaos: 17 Ejected in Wild Brawl!

A tumultuous encounter in the Bolivian Cup quarter-finals between Real Oruro and Blooming concluded with an unprecedented 17 expulsions, severely impacting both teams. The match itself ended in a 2-2 draw, with Blooming advancing to the semifinals based on their aggregate score. This chaotic confrontation involved widespread misconduct, resulting in the dismissal of eleven players, alongside six other individuals.

The unrest reportedly began with Blooming allegedly using racist insults, escalating into a full-blown brawl on the field. While Blooming secured their progression to face Bolívar in the next round, the disciplinary consequences are severe, leaving them with a heavily reduced squad for the upcoming crucial matches.

The tournament is significant as its champion earns a coveted spot in the 2026 Copa Libertadores. The other semifinal will feature The Strongest against Nacional Potosí, setting the stage for intense competition, though Blooming's victory is now overshadowed by the disciplinary fallout.