San Marcos de Arica secured a valuable 1-0 away victory over CD Magallanes in the CHI Liga de Ascenso on March 3, 2026. The match, kicking off at 05:00, was decided by a solitary goal that gave the visitors all three points in their push for promotion. The only goal came in the first half, a well-worked move finished calmly by the San Marcos striker against the run of play. CD Magallanes dominated possession for large periods but struggled to break down a disciplined and deep-lying San Marcos defense. The home team's frustration grew in the second half as they failed to convert their territorial advantage into a clear equalizer. This match result was significant for the promotion race, with San Marcos de Arica picking up a crucial win on the road to strengthen their position near the top of the table. The San Marcos coach praised his team's tactical discipline, while the Magallanes manager rued his side's lack of cutting edge in the final third.