While Brazil leads the region in prize money for national champions, Bolivia’s league has emerged as a surprising contender, offering significantly more than Colombia’s Liga BetPlay. According to reports, Bolivia awards $4 million to its league champions, surpassing Colombia’s approximate $230,000 per semester. Even when combining Colombia’s two championship prizes, the total remains below Bolivia’s offering. This places Bolivia on par with Mexico as the second-highest rewarding league in Latin America. The disparity highlights Bolivia’s competitive positioning in regional football economics. Meanwhile, Colombia’s Liga BetPlay champions receive additional benefits, such as direct entry into the Copa Libertadores group stage, worth around $1 million.
— new from Futbolred
