Football updates: Mendoza teams advance and Copa Chile reaches quarter-finals

In the Torneo Regional Federal Amateur 2026, several teams from Mendoza have secured advancement to Phase 3. Pacífico de General Alvear reached 13 points to guarantee qualification, while Goudge also secured a spot following a 2-0 victory over Quiroga. Deportivo Malargüe clinched direct qualification to Phase 3 after a 3-0 win against San Carlos, bringing their total to 11 points.

In Zona 3, Montecaseros and Palmira are currently tied at the top with 9 points each, following Montecaseros' 1-0 win over Atlético Palmira. Atlético Argentino remains in contention, trailing the leaders by two points.

Meanwhile, in the Copa Chile 2026, the tournament has reached the quarter-final stage. Seven of the eight spots are confirmed: Colo Colo, Universidad de Chile, Unión La Calera, Deportes Antofagasta, Deportes Puerto Montt, Deportes Concepción, and O’Higgins. The final spot will be determined by the match between Coquimbo Unido and Cobreloa.