Fernando Gago condemns referee after Universidad de Chile’s Copa de la Liga exit

Universidad de Chile and Audax Italiano drew 2-2 in the Copa de la Liga 2026 match on 7 May, a result that eliminated both sides from the competition. After the final whistle, Universidad de Chile coach Fernando Gago used the post‑match press conference to accuse an assistant referee of disrespect, stating “I will not tolerate the lack of respect” and warning that any similar conduct could lead to his expulsion.

The match was played at Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos in Santiago and was televised on TNT Sports Premium, with live streaming available through HBO Max for subscribers. The broadcast schedule listed local cable providers such as VTR, Entel, Claro and Movistar.