Deportes La Serena secured a impressive 1-3 away victory over Universidad Católica in the Chilean Primera División on May 26, 2025. La Serena delivered a clinical counter-attacking performance to stun the hosts at the Estadio San Carlos de Apoquindo. Against the run of play, La Serena took the lead and then doubled it before halftime, capitalizing on defensive errors from Católica. The home side pulled a goal back early in the second half to set up a tense finish, but La Serena sealed the win with a third goal on the break in the dying minutes. This result was a major shock and a significant blow to Universidad Católica's campaign, while it represented a huge three points for La Serena's season. The La Serena coach described it as a perfect away performance, and the Católica manager admitted his team's defending was unacceptable at this level.