Copa Chile 2026 sees B‑division teams upset top‑flight clubs and Universidad de Chile debut without coach
In the opening round of the 2026 Copa Chile, several lower‑division sides delivered surprising results against Primera División teams. Deportes Puerto Montt defeated Huachipato 2‑0 at the Huachipato‑CAP Acero stadium, while Deportes Antofagasta beat Deportes La Serena 4‑2, giving both B‑division clubs three points and the lead in their groups.
Universidad de Chile made its tournament debut against Santiago Wanderers at the Estadio Nacional. The match was played under an interim coach after head coach Fernando Gago suffered an acute myocardial infarction following a league win, and assistant Fabricio Coloccini took charge of the side.
Other fixtures scheduled for the week included a preview of the D. Concepción vs. Huachipato clash on 24 June, and Curicó Unido’s meeting with Ñublense on 2 July, each part of the group‑stage calendar for the Copa Chile.
These outcomes highlight the competitive balance of the cup, with second‑tier clubs challenging the traditional powerhouses early in the competition.