🏆Champions: Huachipato crowned in the 2025 Copa Chile

Huachipato was crowned champion of the 2025 Copa Chile in a thrilling final against Deportes Limache, which was decided by penalties after a dramatic draw. The hero of the day was Carlo Villanueva, who scored the equalizing goal in injury time, forcing the dramatic shootout.

The match, held at El Teniente in Rancagua, had a first half of study and few thrills. However, the game heated up in the second half with the surprise from the tomato team.

The details of the match

Deportes Limache took the lead at 52 minutes thanks to a fierce counterattack. Popin Castro assisted Facundo Pons, who with a powerful shot beat Odriozola to make it 1-0 and unleash the euphoria of their fans. Five minutes later, Castro almost extended the lead with a shot that hit the post.

When it seemed that Limache's feat was a done deal, and with the referee adding seven minutes of injury time, Huachipato's perseverance paid off. At 95 minutes, Carlo Villanueva capitalized on a poor clearance by the rival defense to blast past Matías Bórquez and declare the final 1-1.

Cup and Libertadores

The tension moved to the penalties, where Huachipato won 4-3, securing not only the Copa Chile but also their participation in the next Copa Libertadores and the Supercopa.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.