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Argentina U17 Women Top Brazil to Reach 2–0 at South American Championship

The result strengthens Argentina's bid for a semifinal berth in Asunción with 2026 U18 AmeriCup qualification on offer.

Overview

  • Argentina beat Brazil 67–57 to remain unbeaten at 2–0 in Group A of the Sudamericano U17 Femenino.
  • Santina Cherot led the win with 17 points, 16 rebounds, 3 steals and 3 assists, with support from Sofía Lomberdero (13 points, 5 rebounds) and Sofía Novoa (12 points).
  • The tournament opener saw Argentina defeat Uruguay 75–66 to start group play with momentum.
  • Argentina is scheduled to face Ecuador on Wednesday at 17:30 as group action continues in Asunción.
  • The event runs October 20–26 and advances the top two teams from each group to the semifinals, awards three berths to the 2026 AmeriCup U18, and included a late-game medical incident involving a Uruguayan player who collapsed and was taken to a medical center.