Universidad Católica secured a convincing 3‑0 away win over CD Copiapó in the Chilean Cup on June 21, 2026, advancing confidently to the next round. The defeat marked a disappointing exit for Copiapó, who struggled to contain the visitors’ fluid attack.

Match Overview

At the Estadio Luis Valenzuela Hermosilla in Copiapó, the home side started with high intensity but lacked the final touch. Católica gradually took control of the midfield and broke the deadlock midway through the first half. They doubled their lead before halftime and sealed the win with a late third goal.

Key Moments

• 27th minute: A patient build‑up ended with Católica’s playmaker, Felipe Gutiérrez, sliding a perfect pass to striker Diego Valencia, who slotted home from 12 yards.
• 41st minute: Valencia turned provider, crossing for winger José Pedro Fuenzalida to volley in from close range. Copiapó’s defenders failed to clear the danger.
• 80th minute: Substitute Ignacio Saavedra added a third with a fierce strike from outside the box, giving the goalkeeper no chance.
• Copiapó’s best chance came in the 34th minute, but striker Carlos Muñoz saw his header saved brilliantly by Católica’s goalkeeper, Matías Dituro.

Tactical Analysis

Universidad Católica employed a 4‑3‑3 formation that allowed them to dominate possession and create overloads on the wings. Copiapó, playing a 4‑4‑2, were forced deep and could not find a way to press effectively. Católica’s midfield trio controlled the tempo, while Copiapó’s lack of creativity in the final third was exposed.

Cup Progress

The 3‑0 victory booked Católica’s place in the next round of the Chilean Cup, where they will face a yet‑to‑be‑determined opponent. For CD Copiapó, the early exit is a setback after a promising domestic campaign, but they can now focus fully on league survival.

Católica’s performance demonstrated their depth and quality, making them one of the favorites to lift the trophy this season.