Fixtures
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/05 21:30 | 13 |
Real Tomayapo vs San Antonio Bulo Bulo
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| 07/06 00:00 | 13 |
Universitario De Vinto vs Club Aurora
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| 07/06 19:00 | 13 |
Always Ready vs The Strongest
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| 07/06 21:30 | 13 |
GV San Jose vs Oriente Petrolero
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| 07/06 23:30 | 13 |
Blooming vs Real Oruro
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| 07/07 19:00 | 13 |
ABB vs Nacional Potosi
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| 07/07 22:00 | 13 |
Bolivar vs Independiente Petrolero
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| 07/08 00:00 | 13 |
Jorge Wilstermann vs Guabira
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| 07/11 23:00 | 14 |
Guabira vs Always Ready
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| 07/12 19:00 | 14 |
Independiente Petrolero vs Universitario De Vinto
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| 07/12 21:30 | 14 |
The Strongest vs Real Tomayapo
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| 07/13 19:00 | 14 |
Leith Athletic vs Bolivar
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Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01 00:00 | 12 |
[11] Guabira vs Independiente Petrolero
[13]
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1-1 |
| 06/30 21:30 | 12 |
[14] Real Oruro vs Jorge Wilstermann
[15]
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3-1 |
| 06/30 19:00 | 12 |
[10] ABB vs Blooming
[4]
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1-1 |
| 06/29 23:30 | 12 |
[2] The Strongest vs Universitario De Vinto
[9]
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3-2 |
| 06/29 21:15 | 12 |
[16] Club Aurora vs Always Ready
[1]
|
1-1 |
| 06/29 19:00 | 12 |
[13] Nacional Potosi vs Bolivar
[4]
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1-1 |
| 06/28 21:30 | 12 |
[8] TKS Viet Nam Women vs Real Tomayapo
[6]
|
2-1 |
| 06/28 19:00 | 12 |
[10] San Antonio Bulo Bulo vs GV San Jose
[5]
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2-0 |
| 06/22 23:30 | 11 |
[15] Lorraine Winstanley vs Club Aurora
[16]
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1-1 |
| 06/22 21:15 | 11 |
[4] Blooming vs Oriente Petrolero
[8]
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2-1 |
| 06/22 19:00 | 11 |
[3] Bolivar vs The Strongest
[2]
|
1-2 |
| 06/22 00:00 | 11 |
[12] Independiente Petrolero vs Nacional Potosi
[13]
|
1-1 |
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Wikipedia - Bolivian Primera División
The División de Fútbol Profesional is the top-flight professional football league in Bolivia. In 2017 it replaced the "Liga de Fútbol Profesional Boliviano" (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈliɣa ðe ˈfuðβol pɾofesjoˈnal βoliˈβjano]; English: Bolivian Professional Football League).
Since 1950, a total of 16 clubs have been crowned champions of the Bolivian football league system. The current champions are Bolívar, which won the title in the 2024 tournament. Bolívar is also the most successful club in the league, with 31 titles to date.
History
The organisation of football in Bolivia started in 1914 with the creation of regional associations and their respective competitions. The "La Paz Football Association (AFLP)" (Asociación de Fútbol de La Paz – AFLP) was the first organised body with 29 championships held between 1914 and 1949. The AFLP was considered for many years the top football tournament in the country. In 1950 the body modified its statutes allowing the professionalisation of the sport in Bolivia, so the "Torneo Profesional" was created.
Between 1950 and 1959, only clubs from La Paz, Oruro (since 1954) and Cochabamba (1955) took part of the championship because football was still amateur in the rest of the regions.
At the end of 1960, the Bolivian Football Federation established a national championship, with the purpose of crowning a champion representing Bolivia in recently created Copa Libertadores. The competition, named "Copa Simón Bolívar", was contested by champions and runner ups of regional associations.
The demise of Bolivian national team in the 1978 FIFA World Cup qualification (where it was thrashed by Brazil 8–0 and Peru 5–0) encouraged some clubs to create their own league, so 16 teams separated from their respective associations to establish the "Liga de Fútbol Profesional Boliviano" (Bolivian Professional Football League – LFPB) to organise championships autonomously, in 1977.
The creation of the LFPB ended the distinction. It also resulted in the creation of three separate entities: the FBF's role was restricted to the international representation of Bolivia in the sport, the newly created LFPB became the organizer of the sole first division tournament, and the LPFA, together with the rest of the regional associations, became the organizer of the second (and lower) division regionalized tournaments. It was the first and, until the formation of the basketball league (LIBOBASQUET) in 2014, the only professional sports league in the country.
In 2017, after a change of statutes in the FBF, the LFPB and the ANF were replaced by the "División Profesional" (professional division) and the "División Aficionados" (amateur division), both managed by the FBF from 2018 onwards.
The league operates on a unique format, typically divided into two separate tournaments each year: the Apertura and the Clausura. Each tournament consists of a round-robin format, where teams compete for points to secure their position in the standings. The top teams at the end of each tournament qualify for international competitions, such as the Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana, providing a platform for Bolivian clubs to compete on a continental stage.
The Bolivia Primera División is known for its passionate fan base, with clubs like The Strongest, Bolívar, and Oriente Petrolero boasting rich histories and fierce rivalries. Matches are often held in high-altitude cities like La Paz, which adds a unique challenge for visiting teams.
In addition to the thrilling on-field action, the league plays a crucial role in the development of local talent, with many players rising through the ranks to represent the national team. The Bolivia Primera División not only serves as a showcase for footballing excellence but also as a celebration of Bolivian culture and community spirit. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newcomer to the sport, the Bolivia Primera División promises excitement, drama, and unforgettable moments throughout its season.