USA defeated Thailand 3–0 in the Pool A Preliminary Phase of the FIVB Girls’ U17 World Championship 2026 in Santiago, Chile.
USA won all three sets, recording scores of 25–11, 25–21 and 25–16.
USA made a dominant start in the opening set, restricting Thailand to 11 points while taking a 25–11 victory.
Thailand responded with a more competitive second set. The Thai side reached 21 points, but USA maintained its advantage and secured the set 25–21 to move within one set of victory.
USA controlled the third set once again, limiting Thailand to 16 points and closing out the match 25–16.
Standout Performances
- USA: Defeated Thailand 3–0.
- Thailand: Put up its strongest challenge in the second set but could not extend the match.
- Stage: Preliminary Phase.
- Pool: Pool A.
- Result: USA won in straight sets.
Turning Point
The second set was Thailand’s best opportunity to change the match. However, USA held on to win 25–21, establishing a 2–0 lead before finishing the match 25–16 in the third.
Match Statistics
- Tournament: FIVB Girls’ U17 World Championship 2026
- Category: Women’s U17
- Stage: Preliminary Phase
- Pool: Pool A
- Location: Santiago, Chile
- Winner: USA
- Runner-up: Thailand
- Match Score: USA 3–0 Thailand
- Set Scores: 25–11, 25–21, 25–16