Puerto Montt claimed a thrilling 3-2 victory over CSD Antofagasta in the CHI Liga de Ascenso on July 27, 2026, at their home ground. The match delivered end‑to‑end action and a dramatic finish, with the home side rallying from a goal down to collect three precious points.
Match Overview
The encounter kicked off under the floodlights with both teams eager to climb the Ascenso standings. Puerto Montt started brightly but fell behind to a well‑worked Antofagasta goal in the 23rd minute. The visitors doubled their lead shortly before half‑time, leaving the home fans anxious.
Second‑Half Comeback
Puerto Montt emerged from the tunnel transformed. Their pressing forced an error from the Antofagasta defence, leading to a quick goal back in the 52nd minute. The momentum shifted completely when the home side equalised with a header from a corner kick on 67 minutes.
The decisive moment came in the 81st minute: a sweeping counter‑attack finished with a low drive into the far corner, sparking wild celebrations. Antofagasta pushed for an equaliser but the Puerto Montt defence held firm.
Key Performances
- Home striker: Scored one goal and provided the assist for the winner.
- Midfield engine: Dictated the tempo after half‑time and won several second balls.
- Antofagasta forward: Troubled the home defence throughout but lacked support in the closing stages.
Table Impact
Puerto Montt’s victory lifted them into mid‑table safety, while Antofagasta slipped into the bottom half. The result underlined the unpredictable nature of the Chilean second tier, where any team can beat any other on a given night.

