Audax Italiano 2-1 Cobresal | CHI Liga de Primera

Date: 23 May 2026 (local time 24 May 00:30) | Venue: Estadio Bicentenario Municipal de La Florida

Audax Italiano claimed a vital 2-1 home victory over Cobresal in the Chilean Liga de Primera, earning three points that lift them into the top half of the table. Late drama defined the match, with both goals coming in a frantic second‑half spell.

Match Overview

On a cool autumn night in Santiago, Audax Italiano started brightly but found Cobresal’s defence well organised. The first half ended goalless, with only a few half‑chances for either side. The match exploded into life after the break as Audax struck twice in six minutes before Cobresal set up a nervous finish.

Key Moments

• 55th minute: Audax Italiano took the lead. A corner fell to Sebastián Pereira on the edge of the box, and his low drive deflected past the helpless ‘keeper.
• 61st minute: The hosts doubled their advantage. A lightning counter‑attack ended with winger Francisco Tapia cutting inside and curling a beauty into the top corner.
• 68th minute: Cobresal pulled one back. A free‑kick from the left was met by Jonathan Suazo, who powered a header into the net.
• 74th minute: Cobresal had a goal disallowed for a marginal offside, a decision that provoked furious debate.
• 88th minute: Audax goalkeeper Nicolás Peranic made a crucial save at the near post to preserve the lead.

Tactical Story

Audax Italiano lined up in a 4‑4‑2, using width to stretch Cobresal’s 3‑5‑2. In the first half, the away side’s wing‑backs effectively nullified Audax’s full‑backs. But after the break, Audax pushed higher and exploited gaps behind the wing‑backs. Cobresal’s 4‑4‑2 reshuffle after going 2‑0 down gave them more attacking presence, but they lacked the final pass to earn a draw.

Standout Players

• Francisco Tapia (Audax Italiano) – Scored a sensational goal and was a constant menace on the flank.
• Sebastián Pereira (Audax Italiano) – Opened the scoring with a deflected strike and bossed the midfield.
• Jonathan Suazo (Cobresal) – Gave his team hope with a powerful header and led the defensive effort from set pieces.

Liga de Primera Impact

The win moves Audax Italiano into 6th place with 34 points, solidifying their push for a Copa Libertadores qualifying spot. Cobresal remain in 12th, five points above the relegation zone, and will rue missed chances in what was a fiercely contested encounter.