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For all of Chile’s midfield quality, it will mean little if there is a dearth of guile in their attack. Fortunately, that's not the case - Pizzi can count on the fantastic talents of Arsenal superstar Alexis Sanchez, although the fact that fatigue has prevented Sanchez from enjoying another superlative season with the Gunners might temper Pizzi's enthusiasm.
The former Barcelona star might not be used in the no.9 role since Chile have other striking options in the ageing Mauricio Pinilla and the youthful talents of Nicolas Castillo, who can be a wildcard from the bench for Pizzi. Thus, Sanchez might operate in his favoured left-wing role, although he might be given free reign to swap positions, given his undoubted calibre.
Eduardo Vargas hasn’t enjoyed the best of seasons for Hoffenheim in Germany, only scoring 2 goals and assisting 5 in 24 appearances for the Bundesliga side this season, although that hasn’t been a stumbling block for the Chilean striker before, since he tends to shine for his country, who make the best use of his pace and power up front, in addition to his combining well with Sanchez.
Edson Puch also provides an option from the bench on the wings, although Pizzi might be reluctant to use the 30-year-old, and might prefer to start Castillo there.
The right wing ought to probably be occupied by Fabian Orellano, who has enjoyed a stellar season for Celta Vigo, scoring 7 goals and assisting 10 goals in 38 appearances for the La Liga side.
