Chile’s women’s under-17 national team begins its South American Championship campaign against Bolivia on Friday, April 24, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 4:00 p.m. Local time in Paraguay. The match, part of Group A action at the Estadio Ypané, carries significant weight as the tournament awards four direct qualification spots for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
For viewers in Chile, the game will be broadcast live on free-to-air television via T13’s Signal 2 (Teletrece En Vivo), as confirmed by multiple local sports outlets. The network will also stream the match simultaneously through its digital platforms, including t13.cl and the 13Go application. Cable subscribers can access the game through DSports+ on DirecTV, providing additional viewing options nationwide.
La Roja Femenina Sub 17 enters the tournament aiming to secure one of the coveted World Cup berths, with each group stage match proving critical in the condensed competition format. Chile shares Group A with host nation Paraguay, traditional powerhouses Argentina and Colombia, and opening opponent Bolivia. The team’s preparation includes several players from Colo Colo’s youth setup, adding familiar faces to the squad under head coach Vanessa Arauz.
The Estadio Ypané, located in the Central Department of Paraguay, will host the debut fixture. While specific attendance figures or weather conditions were not detailed in verified sources, the venue is known to accommodate youth and developmental tournaments across the region. Match officials and broadcast crews arrived in Paraguay earlier in the week to finalize preparations for the tournament’s opening matches.
Chile’s historical performance in South American U-17 women’s competitions shows a pattern of steady improvement, though the team has yet to qualify for a FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup through this specific tournament pathway. Previous editions have seen Chile compete closely with regional rivals, often falling short in decisive matches. The 2026 edition represents another opportunity to break through, with Morocco set to host the global finals later this year.
Bolivia, meanwhile, arrives at the tournament seeking to build on recent youth development initiatives. The Bolivian Football Federation has increased investment in women’s youth programs over the past two cycles, aiming to close the gap with more established South American powers. Their opening match against Chile serves as an early indicator of progress in these efforts.
The Sudamericano Sub 17 Femenino follows a straightforward format: the top two teams from each group advance to the semifinals, with the winners contesting the title and automatic World Cup qualification. The third-place match determines the final CONMEBOL representative for Morocco. This structure elevates the importance of every point earned in group play, particularly for teams like Chile and Bolivia who may need maximum points to secure advancement.
Following the April 24 match against Bolivia, Chile’s next group stage fixture is scheduled for April 27 against Argentina, also at 4:00 p.m. Local time. The team will then face Paraguay on April 30 before concluding group play against Colombia on May 3. All matches will be held at venues within the Greater Asunción area, minimizing travel demands on participating squads.
For global audiences interested in following the match, official tournament updates will be available through CONMEBOL’s digital channels, while Teletrece En Vivo provides the primary domestic broadcast feed in Chile. The network has committed to covering all of La Roja’s matches throughout the tournament, ensuring consistent access for supporters tracking the team’s World Cup qualification hopes.
As the countdown to kickoff continues, Chilean fans can verify broadcast details through Teletrece’s official program listings or the 13Go app for real-time streaming access. The match represents not only a sporting contest but also a step toward potentially historic achievement for women’s youth football in Chile.
Stay tuned to Archysport for post-match analysis and updates on Chile’s progression in the Sudamericano Sub 17 Femenino tournament.
