Audax Italiano narrowly defeated Deportes Concepcion 2-1 in a Chilean Cup match on May 8, 2025, in a game that was closer than many anticipated. The Primera Division side Audax were made to work hard for their victory against a spirited Concepcion team. Audax took an early lead, but Concepcion shocked the hosts by equalizing against the run of play just before halftime. The second half saw Audax increase the pressure, and they were finally rewarded with a winning goal from a corner kick with about twenty minutes remaining. Deportes Concepcion pushed for a second equalizer but could not find a way through, with the Audax defense seeing out the game professionally. This match result allowed Audax Italiano to advance in the cup, but the performance served as a warning that lower-division opponents would not be taken lightly. The Concepcion coach expressed pride in his team's effort against a top-tier club.