Chile's Juan Beausejour (R) scores against Honduras during the 2010 World Cup Group H match at Mbombela stadium in Nelspruit June 16, 2010.[Photo/Agencies]

NELSPRUIT, South Africa - Jean Beausejour tapped in the only goal Wednesday, giving Chile its first World Cup victory in 48 years with a 1-0 win over Honduras.

Beausejour knocked in a cross from Mauricio Isla in the 34th minute to give the Chileans three points in Group H.

Chile came close to doubling its lead on several occasions. In the 62nd, forward Alexis Sanchez dragged a clear-cut chance wide after he was put through by playmaker Jorge Valdivia.

Chile's last victory at the World Cup was in 1962, when the team finished third as host.