Highlights and goals of Universidad de Chile 2-1 Colo Colo in Chilean League 2025
Universidad de Chile beat Colo Colo at home by a score of 2-1. Universidad de Chile's goals were scored twice by Aránguiz, and for Colo Colo, Aquino scored.
Shots: 9 vs 11
Shots on goal: 4 vs 4
Possession: 44% vs 56%
Passes: 263 vs 323
Passing accuracy: 72% vs 79%
Fouls: 14 vs 17
Yellow cards: 3 vs 2
Red cards: 1 vs 1
Offside: 0 vs 2
Corner kicks: 1 vs 4
Victory for the U!
The U. De Chile took all three points in the clásico against Colo Colo.
The game between Universidad de Chile and Colo Colo ends with the home side winning by a score of 2-1. A match that was quite even in the first half but the U was much better in the second half, which earned them the three points.
↔️ 🟨 90+6'
Guerra is cautioned for Universidad de Chile.
Substitutions for Universidad de Chile:
Substitutions for ⬇️ Guerrero 🟨 and Assadi
Substitutions for ⬆️ Montes and Fernández
With these changes, Universidad de Chile hope to finish the game and hold on for the win until the end.
🟥 🟨 90+2' Sent off for both teams!
Sent off for both teams. First, the referee showed the yellow card to Diaz who was already cautioned and earned a red card. Then, Pavéz, arguing with the player, also earned the yellow card, being already cautioned and also sent off from the match.
90' Added
The referee decided to add six more minutes of stoppage time. We will see if Colo Colo manage to find a way through in these final minutes where they have already managed to arrive once with danger, or if Universidad de Chile manage to hold out until the end.
🟨 87'
Guerrero is cautioned for Universidad de Chile. The player committed a foul in the middle of the pitch but the yellow card was given for delaying play and not giving the ball away. He is the U's third caution of the game.
↔️ 85' Substitution at Colo Colo Colo
⬇️ Aquino ⚽
⬆️ Bolados comes on
Out comes the scorer of Colo Colo Colo's goal of the match, who was quite out of the game in the second half. We'll see if Bolados gives Colo Colo Colo's attack a new look in search of an equaliser.
81'
Colo Colo Colo are still unable to reach their opponents' goal. For their part, Universidad de Chile seem to have more chances to get into the box and increase their lead in the match. U are not suffering at the moment.
↔️ 77' Substitution for Colo Colo
⬇️ Méndez and Vegas come off 🟨
⬆️ Gutiérrez and Oroz come on
Changes designed both to give the home team a new look as they look to attack and to ensure that their defender is not sent off, knowing he has a yellow card. We'll see if Colo Colo's game changes a bit with these changes.
🟨 73'
The referee shows the yellow card to new substitute Díaz for Universidad de Chile. He is the second cautioned for the home team along with Aránguiz, who has already been replaced, and is the fifth cautioned in the match overall.
↔️ 69' Substitution at Universidad de Chile
Off⬇️ Contreras and Aránguiz come off ⚽⚽ 🚑
In ⬆️ Guerra and Díaz come on
Positional changes to give freshness to the team's attack. Aránguiz came off with some discomfort so the change had to be for him. Great game from the 20 who comes out with a brace in this match.
🟨 65'
The referee showed yellow cards to Aránguiz for Universidad de Chile and Pavéz for Colo Colo. Both players were cautioned after a clash prior to a free-kick in favour of Colo Colo, and the referee gave them both yellow cards.
63'
Colo Colo Colo are looking to respond in some way as they have still not been able to get into the rhythm of this second half. The away side are still unable to get a foothold in the opposition box and for the moment, Universidad de Chile are playing with composure.
🟨 59'
The second caution of the match was given to Vegas for Colo Colo. The player was very strong against Contreras when he was protecting the ball with his body. Second caution of the match along with teammate Amor, both Colo Colo Colo centre-backs being cautioned.
⚽ 56' UNIVERSIDAD DE CHILE GOAL!
Goal for Universidad de Chile, scored by Aránguiz. Once again Aránguiz, from the penalty spot, was the scorer who would give his team the momentary victory. The shot again went to the right post but the goalkeeper this time, threw himself the other way.
🟨 55'
The first yellow card of the match went to Amor for Colo Colo. The player was protesting quite vehemently in front of the referee who didn't hesitate and gave him the yellow card. The centre-back was very upset about the penalty.
53' Penalty for U!
Penalty for Universidad de Chile that the central referee awarded straight away. Hormazabal went down in the area after a challenge on Vegas, who brought him down inside the area and the referee awarded the penalty.
49'
This second half starts with Universidad de Chile having control of the ball and for the moment, playing entirely in Colo Colo's half. For now Colo Colo cannot get out of their own area and are defending against the home team.
45'
The second half kicks off with both teams coming out without any changes for the second half. We'll see if the game continues to show that great intensity from both teams and if either manages to take the win.
First half ends
The first half ends between Universidad de Chile and Colo Colo in a duel that has been evenly matched from start to finish. However, the goals could only come from the penalty spot after a VAR call. We'll see what the second half holds.
45+2' Added
The referee had decided to add six more minutes of stoppage time. Quite a lot of stoppage time for a first half that had two important VAR calls in what were the two scores of the match. We'll see if either team goes for the win in these final minutes of the first half.
43'
Both teams are looking to slow down the pace of the game a little after the frenetic pace they have been showing throughout the first half. For the moment, it's been very evenly matched and the draw is more than deserved.
⚽ 39' COLO COLO GOAL!
Goal for Colo Colo Colo, scored by Aquino. The number 10 was the penalty taker who, deceiving Castellón who dived for his right post, Aquino ended up scoring to the left, tying the game. It's getting quite interesting.
🖥️ 37' Penalty for Colo Colo!
Again, a VAR review, called to the referee to see an apparent foul by goalkeeper Castellón on Cepeda. After the review, the referee pointed to the penalty, we'll see if Colo Colo equalise with this opportunity.
⚽ 33' UNIVERSIDAD DE CHILE GOAL!
Goal for Universidad de Chile, scored by Aránguiz. The penalty was taken by Aránguiz, who took the penalty at the right post of the goalkeeper De Paul, despite having guessed it, the shot was very well placed and the home team won it.
🖥️ 31' Penalty for La U!
A penalty was awarded to Universidad de Chile. Assadi's shot, which deflected off a defender, ended up hitting Amor's hand and the VAR made the respective call to the central referee who, after seeing the play, awarded the penalty to U. De Chile.
29'
U. De Chile are already the team dominating the game at the moment. They are already asking for space and are getting dangerously close to the Colo Colo area as Assadi's shot deflected off an opposing defender.
25'
The game is becoming quite frictional in the middle of the pitch where there have been repeated fouls from both teams.
Universidad de Chile now have possession of the ball and Colo Colo have dropped their early pressure.
21'
Both teams shared some chances. Universidad de Chile's first chance came when they found space from Colo Colo Colo's high pressing and ended up in the keeper's hands. Colo Colo responded with a corner kick where the header ended up going wide.
17'
Universidad de Chile have tried to keep possession of the ball to try and reduce the intense pressure that Colo Colo have constantly tried to apply. However, they tend to lose the ball quickly due to Colo Colo's pressure.
13'
Colo Colo Colo continue to dominate the game in these opening minutes. The away side are putting a lot of pressure on La U, who are finding it difficult to get into their opponents' box. The visitors continue to arrive dangerously.
9'
A lively start to the game, especially from Colo Colo who are looking to play a lot more in the opposition's box. Universidad de Chile on the other hand, still can't get hold of the ball and go out and show their game.
↔️ 5' Substitution for Universidad de Chile
Off ⬇️ Ramírez 🚑
In ⬆️ Calderón
Mandatory substitution as defender Ramírez injured his shoulder after a close-range finish at the start of the match. It seems to be a rather serious shoulder injury and unfortunately he had to be substituted.
1'
The match between Universidad de Chile and Colo Colo kicked off. With alternating realities, we will see how the game develops in a match that always promises a lot as it is one of the great classics of Chile.
The teams come out
Both teams are ready to start this 15th matchday of the Liga Primera.
Led by the refereeing team, the players of Universidad de Chile and Colo Colo take the field at the National Stadium.
This great duel between these two teams is about to begin.
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Colo Colo Colo's arrival
This is how the Colo Colo players arrived at the stadium
In their last match, Jorge Almirón formed with a 4-2-3-1 formation as follows: Cortés under posts; Isla, Saldivia, Vegas and Wiemberg in the defensive zone; Pavez and Pizarro in the midfield double pivot; Bolados, Aquino and Cepeda in attack; Correa as the team's nine.
Universidad de Chile's last lineup
In their last match, coach Gustavo Álvarez formed a 4-1-3-2 formation as follows: Castellón in goal; Hormazabal, Ramírez, Zaldivia and Sepúlveda in the defensive line; Díaz as the midfield pivot; Poblete, Altamirano and Aránguiz in the attacking midfield; Guerra and Di Yorio as the team's strikers.
Last match
The last match played between Universidad de Chile and Colo Colo at the National Stadium took place on August 10, 2024, on matchday 19 of the first division. That match ended in a goalless draw.
History between the two
The super classic of Chilean soccer between Universidad de Chile and Colo Colo, has seen matches in Mercosur, friendlies, first division and Chilean Cup. They have faced each other in 54 matches where Colo Colo has a wide advantage in the history with 29 victories, while Universidad de Chile has 8 and they tied in 15 occasions.
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Marcelo Correa is the 24-year-old striker who is the Cacique's main offensive weapon, standing out for his mobility, eye for goal and ability to score in tight spaces. In 2024, Correa scored 7 goals in 18 games, including 3 in his last 4 matches, being the reference in the albo attack.
Assadi, the talented midfielder
Lucas Assadi is the 21-year-old attacking midfielder who is the team's creative spark, known for his dribbling, vision and ability to generate danger. In 2024, Assadi scored 4 goals and provided 5 assists in 22 games, establishing himself as a promising player in Chilean soccer.
Colo Colo Colo, in search of a comeback
Colo Colo, champions of the 2024 Liga de Primera, face the Superclásico on July 12, 2025 with the objective of reversing their irregular start in the 2025 Liga de Primera Itaú. Under Jorge Almiron, Los Albos are in ninth place with 21 points from 14 games (6 wins, 3 draws, 5 losses, +3 goal difference). Despite their recent 2-1 win over Universidad Catolica in the Clasico 187, the team has shown ups and downs, but they are confident in their hierarchy and experience to climb up the standings. The Superclásico is a key opportunity to regain confidence and get closer to the leaders.
Universidad de Chile, in search of consolidation
Universidad de Chile goes into the Superclásico against Colo Colo Colo on July 12, 2025 in the Liga de Primera Itaú 2025 with the goal of consolidating its position at the top of the table. The Azules, coached by Gustavo Álvarez, have shown a solid performance, occupying third place with 28 points from 14 games (8 wins, 4 draws, 2 losses, +12 goal difference). In their last game, they beat Unión Española 2-0 as visitors, standing out for their tactical order and effectiveness in attack. La U seeks to take advantage of its home venue at the Estadio Nacional and its good momentum to break the 17-year streak without official victories at the Estadio Monumental against Colo Colo.
The National Stadium is ready
The match between Universidad de Chile and Colo Colo will be played at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, Santiago, with a capacity for 48,665 people. The stadium was inaugurated in 1938 and is one of Chile's most emblematic sports venues. The first soccer match that took place in the stadium was between Chile and Uruguay in 1938. The stadium has hosted: the Copa America 2015; Chilean national team matches in the World Cup Qualifiers; and finals of the Chilean First League.
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