Deportes Santa Cruz defeats Curicó Unido to extend lead over Rangers

Deportes Santa Cruz secured a vital 2-1 victory against Curicó Unido in the Chilean Primera B, a result that significantly aids their fight against relegation. Goals from Nicolás Barrios and Diego Arias secured the win, with Arias scoring in the final minutes to seal the result after Curicó Unido had equalized via a penalty from Leandro Benegas.

The match was marked by disciplinary issues, including the expulsion of Curicó Unido's Lucas López, which shifted the momentum in favor of Santa Cruz. This victory extends Deportes Santa Cruz's lead to ten points over the bottom-ranked Rangers de Talca.

Coach Dalcio Giovagnoli praised the team's collective evolution and improved performance. Striker Diego Arias has emerged as a critical figure for the club, having scored 15 goals this season, many of which have been decisive in securing points for the team.