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·7 May 2026
Sofia Gamonal on reaching the South American final: “We fought on”

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·7 May 2026

On the night of this Wednesday (6), Brazil’s Under-17 Women’s National Team advanced to the South American Championship final by defeating Chile 5-3 in a penalty shootout. In regulation time, the teams drew 2-2. Forward Sofia Gamonal reflected on the match and Brazil’s performance.
“I’m very happy. It was a very tough game, we fought hard. We started in front, fell behind, but we kept fighting until the end,” she said.
After the match at Defensores del Chaco Stadium in Asunción (PAR), Gamonal also highlighted what sets the Canarinho apart in remaining unbeaten in the competition.

Gamonal scored the opening goal of the matchCredits: Staff Images/CBF
“Mentality, grit and unity. We are a very united team and very focused on our goal,” she concluded.
With the qualification, Brazil also punched its ticket to Morocco, where the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup will be held.
Brazil’s National Team returns to the field on Saturday (9) to face Argentina in the South American Championship final.
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