Falcao Stuns with Hat-trick as Colombia Crush Chile in World Cup QualifierFalcao Stuns with Hat-trick as Colombia Crush Chile in World Cup Qualifier In a captivating World Cup qualifier match, Radamel Falcao sparked a scintillating performance by scoring a hat-trick as Colombia demolished Chile 3-0 at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martinez Prádanos in Barranquilla. From the onset, Colombia asserted their dominance, controlling possession and creating dangerous chances. Falcao, the veteran striker, demonstrated his predatory instinct in the 22nd minute, heading home a pinpoint cross from Juan Cuadrado. Undeterred, Chile remained resolute in their pursuit of an equalizer. Alexis Sanchez and Arturo Vidal led the charge, but the Colombian defense stood firm, ably marshaled by the experienced Davinson Sanchez. As the second half commenced, Colombia maintained their momentum. In the 73rd minute, Falcao once again showed his class, latching onto a through ball and slotting it past Claudio Bravo. The Santiago crowd fell silent as the talismanic forward netted his second of the night. Falcao’s hat-trick was sealed six minutes later when he completed a brilliant team move. James Rodriguez played a delightful pass to Miguel Borja, who selflessly squared it for the waiting Falcao to smash home. The final whistle sparked jubilant celebrations among the Colombian players and fans. Falcao’s heroics had earned them a commanding three points in their quest for a spot at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Chile, meanwhile, were left to rue their missed opportunities and will need to regroup ahead of their next qualifier. For Colombia, the victory serves as a resounding statement of intent and a testament to the enduring quality of their talismanic striker, Radamel Falcao.
