Chile's U17 team faced Bolivia in the U17 South American playoffs for a spot at the 2026 Qatar World Cup at Estadio Ameliano in Villeta, Paraguay. Coached by Ariel Leporati, they scored three goals in the first half and early second half, leading 3-0 per live coverage. The match was rescheduled from Wednesday due to bad weather in Asunción.
Chile's U17 side, which finished fourth in Group A with one win, one draw, and two losses, aimed for direct qualification to the World Cup with a victory. A draw would lead to penalties, while a loss meant facing the loser of Uruguay vs. Venezuela.
The match kicked off at 7:00 p.m. Chile time. At the 32nd minute, Amaro Riveros capitalized on a mistake by goalkeeper Borda to make it 1-0. In first-half stoppage time (45+1'), Joaquín Muñoz headed in a corner for 2-0 at halftime.
In the second half, Baltazar Oróstica scored at the 51st minute for 3-0. This partial score would secure qualification if it held, per pre-match scenarios. The game aired on Canal 13 and online via 13.cl and 13GO.
