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Chile basketball comeback and Colombia soccer win secure tournament advances

Chile's men's basketball team erased a nine‑point deficit in the final minute to defeat Colombia 81‑79, keeping its hopes alive for a spot in the 2027 FIBA World Cup. The rally was sparked by consecutive triples from Felipe Haase and Sebastián Herrera, with Herrera sealing the victory with a last‑second three‑pointer.

In football, Colombia advanced to the World Cup round of 16 by edging Ghana 1‑0. Jhon Arias scored after a quick counter‑attack set up by Luis Suárez, and the defensive unit held firm for the rest of the match. Colombia now prepares to face Switzerland.