# FIBA World Cup qualifying matches in Chile

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/fiba-world-cup-qualifying-matches-in-chile
> Updated: 2026-08-27T23:25:37.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Chile has hosted several international men’s basketball matches in Santiago as part of the FIBA World Cup qualifying process for the 2027 tournament.

In a friendly match held on August 24, the Bahamas defeated Chile 94-87. Franco Miller led the Bahamian scoring with 30 points. This fixture served as preparation for the Bahamas ahead of their Group F qualifying matches.

On August 27, the United States men’s basketball team defeated Chile 89-71 in a qualifying tournament match. The game, led by Cole Swider’s 19 points, was marked by a 25-minute delay during the third quarter due to electrical issues with the scoreboard at the Centro Ismenia Pauchard. Following this result, the United States holds a 5-1 record in the second round of the Americas qualifying group.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: USA Basketball defeats Chile 89-71 in World Cup Qualifier

The United States defeated Chile 89-71 in Santiago during the FIBA Men’s World Cup Qualifiers, led by 19 points from Cole Swider.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/usa-basketball-defeats-chile-89-71-in-world-cup-qualifier

### 2026-08-24: Team Bahamas defeats Chile 94-87 in basketball friendly

Team Bahamas defeated Chile 94-87 in a basketball friendly in Santiago, serving as a tune-up for the FIBA World Cup qualifying second round.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/team-bahamas-defeats-chile-94-87-in-basketball-friendly

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