Universidad Católica hit by fresh injury blows ahead of Copa Chile clash

Universidad Católica is grappling with a mounting injury crisis as three more players were sidelined just before their Copa Chile fixture against Deportes Copiapó. The club confirmed the new injuries through a medical report, adding to an already substantial list of unavailable squad members.

Forward Justo Giani suffered a hamstring strain, while goalkeeper Darío Melo sustained a quadriceps contusion. Central defender Ignacio Pérez is dealing with an adductor overload, an injury that has also kept Juan Ignacio Díaz out of action. These new setbacks place further strain on the team's depth as they prepare for crucial upcoming matches.

The extent of these injuries highlights a challenging period for Universidad Católica, potentially impacting their performance in both domestic and cup competitions. The club has not provided details on the expected recovery times for the injured players.