Summary: Colo Colo starts second half strongly, U catches up to UC for second place

Colo Colo solidified their grip on the league lead by defeating Deportes Limache 3-1 in their return to play after the 2026 World Cup. Goals from Alvaro Madrid, Jeyson Rojas, and Felipe Raipán secured the win for the "albos" at the Monumental stadium, bringing their total points to 39. This victory widened their advantage at the top of the table.

The weekend's biggest surprise came at the Claro Arena, where Universidad Católica faltered, drawing 3-3 with La Serena. Despite taking an early lead with goals from Fernando Zampedri and Eugenio Mena, UC allowed La Serena, bolstered by Gonzalo Figueroa's impactful entry, to mount a comeback. A late free-kick deflected off the wall to prevent a complete reversal for the "papayeros."

Universidad de Chile capitalized on Católica's slip-up, drawing level in second place after a 2-1 away win against Audax Italiano. Eduardo Vargas was instrumental, providing an assist for Agustín Arce and scoring a goal himself. This win brought the "azules" to 27 points, matching Católica's tally and keeping them 12 points behind the leaders.

Elsewhere, Ñublense secured a 2-0 victory over Palestino in challenging rainy conditions in Chillán. First-half goals from Sebastián Valencia and Lucas Molina were enough to lift Ñublense to fourth place with 25 points, displacing Palestino. In the lower half of the table, Deportes Concepción continued their impressive run, defeating O'Higgins 2-0.