“Cristián Zavala gives Coquimbo the lead with a close-range header from Juan Cornejo's cross, capitalizing on Andy Polo's handball moments earlier”
Pivotal“Universitario make early tactical change bringing off César Inga as they struggle to create clear chances despite controlling possession”
“Nicolas Johansen doubles Coquimbo's advantage with a left-footed finish from very close range, assisted by Benjamín Chandía after sustained pressure”
Pivotal
Universitario
Coquimbo Unido
Outstanding performance
Coquimbo Unido•GoalkeeperCoquimbo Unido pulled off a stunning Copa Libertadores upset, defeating Universitario 2-0 despite being thoroughly dominated in terms of possession and territory. The Chilean side showcased clinical finishing and defensive discipline, converting both of their big chances while Universitario failed to capitalize on 68% possession and 68 dangerous attacks. Cristián Zavala's early header from Juan Cornejo's cross set the tone after Andy Polo's handball gave away a dangerous position, and Nicolas Johansen's close-range finish early in the second half sealed a result that defied the statistical narrative. This victory represents a massive statement for Coquimbo Unido in South America's premier competition, while Universitario must regroup quickly from this damaging home defeat.
How entertaining was this match?
Guido Vadalá from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick on the right wing.
Foul committed by Horacio Calcaterra of Universitario de Deportes.
Sebastián Galani from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Attempt saved. Caín Fara of Universitario de Deportes has his right-footed shot from the right side of the six-yard box saved in the top left corner. The shot was assisted by Álex Valera with a headed pass.
The fourth official has indicated there will be 5 minutes of added time.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes after Luis Riveros concedes.
Horacio Calcaterra's right-footed shot from outside the box is saved in the bottom left corner by Diego Sánchez. The attempt was assisted by Héctor Fértoli.
Foul committed by Lucas Pratto of Coquimbo Unido.
Anderson Santamaría from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick on the left wing.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes after a concession by Francisco Salinas.
Caín Fara from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Caín Fara from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul committed by Salvador Cordero of Coquimbo Unido.
Horacio Calcaterra from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Caín Fara from Universitario de Deportes misses a right-footed shot from outside the box to the right, assisted by Jairo Concha after a corner.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes, conceded by Diego Sánchez.
Attempt saved. Héctor Fértoli from Universitario de Deportes has a right-footed shot from a tough angle on the right, but it is saved.
Substitution for Coquimbo Unido: Salvador Cordero comes on for Alejandro Camargo.
Attempt missed by Caín Fara from Universitario de Deportes with a right-footed shot from the center of the box.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes after a concession by Benjamín Gazzolo.
Horacio Calcaterra of Universitario de Deportes is caught offside.
Héctor Fértoli from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Foul committed by Guido Vadalá of Coquimbo Unido.
Substitution for Coquimbo Unido: Lucas Pratto comes on for Nicolás Johansen.
Jairo Concha's right-footed shot from outside the box is blocked.
Substitution for Universitario de Deportes: Anderson Santamaría comes on for Williams Riveros.
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Diego Sánchez from Coquimbo Unido.
Foul committed by Caín Fara of Universitario de Deportes.
Guido Vadalá from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes after a concession by Luis Riveros.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes after a concession by Luis Riveros.
Jairo Concha from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick on the left wing.
Foul committed by Francisco Salinas of Coquimbo Unido.
Jairo Concha from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick on the left wing.
Substitution for Coquimbo Unido: Guido Vadalá comes on for Alejandro Azócar.
Substitution for Coquimbo Unido: Dylan Glaby comes on for Benjamín Chandía.
Offside for Universitario de Deportes. José Carabalí is flagged for offside.
Bryan Reyna from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick on the left wing.
Foul committed by Francisco Salinas of Coquimbo Unido.
Substitution for Universitario de Deportes: Héctor Fértoli comes on for Miguel Silveira.
Manuel Fernández of Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Álex Valera of Universitario de Deportes.
Manuel Fernández from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes after a concession by Alejandro Camargo.
assist: Benjamín Chandía
Goal! Coquimbo Unido leads 2-0 with Nicolás Johansen scoring from very close range with a left-footed shot into the bottom right corner, assisted by Benjamín Chandía.
José Carabalí from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul committed by Manuel Fernández of Coquimbo Unido.
Manuel Fernández from Coquimbo Unido misses a header from the center of the box, sending it to the left. He was assisted by Benjamín Chandía after a corner.
Benjamín Chandía from Coquimbo Unido misses the attempt with a right-footed shot from outside the box.
Coquimbo Unido wins a corner after Andy Polo concedes.
The second half begins with Universitario de Deportes trailing Coquimbo Unido 1-0.
Substitution for Coquimbo Unido: Luis Riveros comes on for Cristián Zavala.
First half ends with Universitario de Deportes trailing Coquimbo Unido 0-1.
Foul by José Carabalí of Universitario de Deportes.
Francisco Salinas from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Attempt missed. José Carabalí of Universitario de Deportes heads the ball from the center of the box, but it goes just to the left. Sekou Gassama provided the assist with a headed pass.
Foul committed by Benjamín Chandía of Coquimbo Unido.
Miguel Silveira from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick in the defensive half.
The fourth official has indicated that there will be 6 minutes of added time.
Nicolás Johansen of Coquimbo Unido commits a handball.
Foul committed by Jesús Castillo of Universitario de Deportes.
Sebastián Galani of Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Sekou Gassama's right-footed shot from the center of the box is saved.
Coquimbo Unido wins a corner after César Inga concedes.
Foul by Álex Valera of Universitario de Deportes.
Nicolás Johansen of Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul committed by Benjamín Gazzolo of Coquimbo Unido.
Miguel Silveira wins a free kick for Universitario de Deportes on the left wing.
Sekou GassamaYellow CardSekou Gassama from Universitario de Deportes receives a yellow card for a foul.
Manuel Fernández from Coquimbo Unido is awarded a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul committed by Sekou Gassama of Universitario de Deportes.
Handball by Miguel Silveira of Universitario de Deportes.
Foul by Álex Valera of Universitario de Deportes.
Foul committed by Álex Valera of Universitario de Deportes.
Foul committed by Miguel Silveira of Universitario de Deportes.
Juan Cornejo from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul committed by Jesús Castillo of Universitario de Deportes.
Nicolás Johansen from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Alejandro Camargo from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick on the right wing.
Foul committed by Jairo Concha of Universitario de Deportes.
Substitution for Universitario de Deportes: César Inga comes on for Matías Di Benedetto due to an injury.
The match is delayed due to an injury to Manuel Fernández of Coquimbo Unido.
Offside called against Universitario de Deportes. José Carabalí is the player caught offside.
Sekou Gassama from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick on the left wing.
Foul committed by Benjamín Gazzolo of Coquimbo Unido.
Foul committed by Miguel Silveira of Universitario de Deportes.
Sebastián Galani from Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Miguel Silveira from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Foul committed by Alejandro Camargo of Coquimbo Unido.
Jairo Concha of Universitario de Deportes has his right-footed shot from outside the box saved in the center of the goal by Diego Sánchez of Coquimbo Unido. The attempt was assisted by Álex Valera.
assist: Juan Cornejo
Attempt saved. Jairo Concha from Universitario de Deportes has a right-footed shot from outside the box that is saved.
assist: Juan Cornejo
Goal! Coquimbo Unido takes the lead 1-0 with Cristián Zavala scoring a header from close range into the top right corner, assisted by Juan Cornejo's cross.
Goal! Coquimbo Unido takes the lead 1-0 with Cristián Zavala scoring a header from close range into the top right corner, assisted by Juan Cornejo's cross.
Handball by Andy Polo of Universitario de Deportes.
Miguel Silveira from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick on the left wing.
Foul committed by Alejandro Camargo of Coquimbo Unido.
Handball by Alejandro Camargo of Coquimbo Unido.
Foul committed by Jesús Castillo of Universitario de Deportes.
Francisco Salinas from Coquimbo Unido is awarded a free kick on the right wing.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes, conceded by Manuel Fernández.
Corner awarded to Universitario de Deportes after a concession by Manuel Fernández.
Diego Sánchez of Coquimbo Unido wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul committed by Sekou Gassama of Universitario de Deportes.
Álex Valera from Universitario de Deportes commits a handball.
José Carabalí from Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick on the left wing.
José Carabalí of Universitario de Deportes wins a free kick on the left wing.
