Peru wins bronze medal after defeating Chile in 2026 South American Games

The Peruvian U20 team won the bronze medal at the 2026 South American Games after defeating the Chilean team 2-1. The match took place at the Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Santa Fe, Argentina, and was crucial for both teams in the men's football competition.

Peru opened the scoring in the 22nd minute with a goal from Mart Cari, who received an assist from Jonathan García. This first goal established an early lead for the 'blanquirroja', which aimed to secure third place in the tournament.

Chile responded to the challenge, and despite an own goal from Matías Orellana that increased Peru's lead, they managed to reduce the gap before the end of the match. However, the Peruvian team maintained their advantage and secured the victory.

With this result, Peru not only ensured the bronze medal but also ended a 32-year wait to return to the podium in this category of the South American Games. This triumph marks a significant milestone in the history of Peruvian youth football.

Peruvian coach Thiago Kosloski expressed his pride on social media for the achievement reached by his players, highlighting the effort and dedication reflected in the team's performance throughout the tournament.

The celebration of the Peruvian team was intense, reflecting the excitement over the achievement. Agustín Lozano shared images of the festivities, symbolizing not only a sporting victory but also an emotional significance for football in the country.