Antofagasta stays unbeaten in Copa Chile, wins group

Deportes Antofagasta continued their unbeaten run in the Copa Chile, securing a decisive 4-2 victory over Deportes La Serena on their home turf at Estadio La Portada. This win not only extended their undefeated streak but also definitively clinched Group C for "Los Pumas."

The match saw an early warning from Antofagasta, followed by goals from Matías Gallegos in the 16th minute and Diego Rojas in the 35th, establishing a comfortable lead. La Serena managed to pull one back just before halftime through Jeisson Vargas' penalty in the 42nd minute. However, Antofagasta extended their advantage in the second half with goals from Brian Hurtado (74') and Josepablo Monreal (76'). Gonzalo Escalante scored a late consolation goal for La Serena in added time (90+2').

With this result, Deportes Antofagasta sits atop Group C with 13 points, a full six points clear of La Serena with only one match remaining. The victory confirms Antofagasta's dominance in the group stage.

For Deportes La Serena, the path forward is now uncertain. They are reliant on Cobreloa's performance in their remaining matches. Cobreloa, currently holding a better goal difference, poses a threat to La Serena's chances of advancing, especially as they face the virtually eliminated Cobresal.