World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers: Brazil defeated Chile in the first matchup

Chile - Brazil 66-82

Brazil defeated Chile 82–66 in their 2027 World Cup Americas Qualifier matchup, controlling the game from start to finish. Brazil opened strongly with a 17–10 first quarter and maintained their advantage despite Chile’s best stretch in the second period, where the hosts scored 24 points to stay within reach at halftime. The turning point came in the third quarter, as Brazil’s balanced offense produced 25 points to rebuild a comfortable lead. Chile fought hard but couldn’t close the gap in the final frame, ultimately falling by 16 points to a Brazilian team that showed superior consistency and execution throughout the four quarters.
Georginho de Paula (197-PG-1996) and Lucas Dias (207-C-1995) netted 16 points to pace all the winners, whilst Leonardo Meindl (201-SF-1993) had 12. Felipe Haase (206-F-1998, college: Southern Miss) replied with 17 points in a loss.