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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
🚨 Line-ups confirmed: U de Chile v O'Higgins at the Nacional
Universidad de Chile welcomes O'Higgins at the National Stadium for matchday 13 of the 2025 First League, where the blue team is going all out to compete in the top zone of the table. The team led by Gustavo Álvarez comes into this duel intending to turn the page, after the painful elimination from the Copa Libertadores, despite a good group stage that left them, with 10 points, qualified for the Copa Sudamericana playoffs. Advertisement On the other hand, the "Capo de Provincia" comes from defeating Ñublense 1-0 at the Nelson Oyarzún Stadium in Chillán, this for matchday 12 of the National Tournament, and now is one point above the U in the table, although they have already played two more matches (the Blues have pending the clash against Unión Española from matchday 4 and the Superclásico from the seventh). The starting XI of U de Chile against O'Higgins It should be noted the absence of Rodrigo Contreras, so Lucas Di Yorio returns to the starting lineup in the attack. With the return of Matías Zaldivia, Nicolás Ramírez leaves the defensive line and goes to the bench; also Israel Poblete is a substitute, for the return of Javier Altamirano to the starting lineup. Advertisement La U comes out with Castellón in goal; Hormazábal, Calderón, Zaldivia and Sepúlveda in defense; Aránguiz and Díaz in the middle; Guerrero, Altamirano and Leandro Fernández further forward; Di Yorio as the attacking reference. This is how O'Higgins lines up against la U The coach Francisco Meneghini must make a mandatory change in the team that just beat Ñublense: Juan Ignacio Díaz suffered a tear and is ruled out. The coach moves Felipe Faúndez to defense, to include Joaquín Montecinos as a winger. They play with Carabalí in goal; Faúndez, González, Robledo and Pavez in defense; Leiva and Lugo in the double pivot; Montecinos and Godoy on the wings; Rabello more loose and up front Calderón. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
The Star
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Star
Soccer-Long-Shots Huracan and Platense set for Argentine title decider
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Copa Sudamericana - Group C - Corinthians v Huracan - Neo Quimica Arena, Sao Paulo, Brazil - April 2, 2025 Huracan's Fabio Pereyra and Huracan's Emmanuel Ojeda celebrate after the match REUTERS/Jean Carniel/File Photo (Reuters) - While many football fans drooled over the prospect of an Apertura final between giants Boca Juniors and River Plate, the title will instead be contested by Huracan and Platense, two hungry sides chasing history in a rare decider. After decades spent in the shadow of the country's heavyweights, Huracan are chasing their first league title in over 50 years, with Sunday's final set for the Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades in Santiago del Estero. The team, nicknamed "The Balloon" last lifted the trophy in 1973 under coach Cesar Luis Menotti - who went on to lift the World Cup with Argentina five years later - and now find themselves on the brink of glory once more. Standing in their way are surprise package Platense, who spent more than two decades bouncing between the third and second divisions before promotion to the top flight in 2021. They are now one match away from their first major trophy. Led by coaching duo Sergio Gomez and Favio Orsi, Platense have earned a reputation as giant-killers after sneaking into the knockouts with a sixth-place finish in Group B. They ended Racing Club's six-game unbeaten run in the round of 16, shocked River Plate in a penalty shootout at the Monumental Stadium and edged past San Lorenzo 1-0 in the semi-finals. "Everything that happened to us in the past, we use today to try to be resilient," coach Gomez told reporters ahead of the final. "This is who we are, what we convey and what we leave in each other's hearts: a team that gives its all and fights tooth and nail." HURACAN'S RISE Meanwhile, Huracan, who finished fourth in Group A, made the most of their home advantage in the last 16 to beat Deportivo Riestra 3–2. Then they knocked out two title contenders on the road: Group B leaders Rosario Central 1–0 in the quarter-finals and Independiente on penalties in the semis. Manager Frank Dario Kudelka is now hoping his side can build on the solid form shown in recent months, having come close to lifting the trophy last season with a fourth-place finish. "We are a very good team that can beat anyone, and we have been sustaining this for a long time," Kudelka said after Huracan moved into the Copa Sudamericana knockout stages with a 1-0 win over Brazil's Corinthians on Tuesday. "I've managed in every category of Argentine football and the only thing missing is winning the First Division. This Sunday I have an important opportunity." Beyond the league title, a coveted spot in next year's Copa Libertadores is also on the line, a chance for two unlikely finalists to step onto South America's biggest club stage. (Reporting by Janina Nuno Rios in Mexico City; Editing by Ken Ferris)
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Long-Shots Huracan and Platense set for Argentine title decider
While many football fans drooled over the prospect of an Apertura final between giants Boca Juniors and River Plate, the title will instead be contested by Huracan and Platense, two hungry sides chasing history in a rare decider. After decades spent in the shadow of the country's heavyweights, Huracan are chasing their first league title in over 50 years, with Sunday's final set for the Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades in Santiago del Estero. The team, nicknamed "The Balloon" last lifted the trophy in 1973 under coach Cesar Luis Menotti - who went on to lift the World Cup with Argentina five years later - and now find themselves on the brink of glory once more. Standing in their way are surprise package Platense, who spent more than two decades bouncing between the third and second divisions before promotion to the top flight in 2021. They are now one match away from their first major trophy. Led by coaching duo Sergio Gomez and Favio Orsi, Platense have earned a reputation as giant-killers after sneaking into the knockouts with a sixth-place finish in Group B. They ended Racing Club's six-game unbeaten run in the round of 16, shocked River Plate in a penalty shootout at the Monumental Stadium and edged past San Lorenzo 1-0 in the semi-finals. "Everything that happened to us in the past, we use today to try to be resilient," coach Gomez told reporters ahead of the final. "This is who we are, what we convey and what we leave in each other's hearts: a team that gives its all and fights tooth and nail." HURACAN'S RISE Meanwhile, Huracan, who finished fourth in Group A, made the most of their home advantage in the last 16 to beat Deportivo Riestra 3–2. Then they knocked out two title contenders on the road: Group B leaders Rosario Central 1–0 in the quarter-finals and Independiente on penalties in the semis. Manager Frank Dario Kudelka is now hoping his side can build on the solid form shown in recent months, having come close to lifting the trophy last season with a fourth-place finish. "We are a very good team that can beat anyone, and we have been sustaining this for a long time," Kudelka said after Huracan moved into the Copa Sudamericana knockout stages with a 1-0 win over Brazil's Corinthians on Tuesday. "I've managed in every category of Argentine football and the only thing missing is winning the First Division. This Sunday I have an important opportunity." Beyond the league title, a coveted spot in next year's Copa Libertadores is also on the line, a chance for two unlikely finalists to step onto South America's biggest club stage. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
📹 Fluminense cruise past Once Caldas, reach Sudamericana last 16
Fluminense did what was expected of them on Thursday night (29) in front of 33,688 fans. And advanced directly to the round of 16 of the Copa Sudamericana, earning $600,000 (R$ 3.4 million) in prize money. Advertisement Thanks to goals from Martinelli and Serna, they beat Once Caldas 2-0 at the Maracanã. Taking the lead from the Colombian team in Group F. Which eliminated two matches in the already tight schedule against a Libertadores team. Check out the best moments of the match below (Available only in Brazil) Tricolor advantage The clock had not yet reached two minutes when Martinelli, with his left foot, opened the scoring. Fluminense controlled the actions, dictated the pace of the game. Almost celebrated a penalty in Serna, but the VAR made the referee change his mind. Once Caldas only posed a real threat once before halftime, with Mateo García. Advertisement It was up to the insistent Serna to beat Aguirre high to increase the tricolor advantage (34'). Once Caldas tries and Flu controls The Colombian team needed a comeback to return to being the leader. And had moments when they had more possession and volume of play. But without creating real scoring chances. Renato made the imagined changes. Flu did not show the same lethality seen before halftime, but was safe without the ball. And celebrated the spot in the round of 16 in their farewell to the fans before the World Cup. 📊 Situation in the key and schedule 📅 Fluminense reached 13 points, leaving Once Caldas with 12. Advertisement It was the only Brazilian team to advance directly to the round of 16 of the Sudamericana. And had the fourth-best campaign in the group stage. Will find out on the second (2) which crossover of the playoffs will yield their rival in that phase. Returns to focus on the Brasileirão. Will travel to Porto Alegre to face Internacional on Sunday (1st). Game for the 11th round of the competition. Their last commitment before thinking exclusively about the Super World Cup. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. 📸 PABLO PORCIUNCULA - AFP or licensors
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
🤬 Grêmio struggle to score, win, but still face the play-offs
🤬 Grêmio struggle to score, win, but still face the play-offs Grêmio won in front of 5,462 attendees – its lowest crowd of the season – this Thursday (29). But it will need the playoffs to reach the Round of 16 of the Copa Sudamericana. They beat Sportivo Luqueño by just 1-0 and did not surpass Godoy Cruz in Group D. Advertisement They missed a penalty, had a man advantage from the 38th minute, and even saw the Paraguayan team have another player sent off at the 85th minute. There were several goal chances and only one celebration in Porto Alegre. Which did not prevent many boos after the final whistle. Check out the best moments of the match soon. Where's the goal, Grêmio? Mano didn't even list three starters and rested others – while also dealing with several absences. The Tricolor dominated the first half. But they lacked (a lot) in accuracy. Starting with Arevo, who won a penalty and saw Mongelos do well with his save. Advertisement Mongelos, who is Luqueño's third-choice goalkeeper, was only playing his second professional match. He continued to be a tormentor – making two good saves in stoppage time. Grêmio also had a man advantage after Vera fouled Nathan and was sent off (38'). Tension, relief, and attempts Mano made adjustments, ensuring a substitution right at the start of the second half. And made three more at once at the 63rd minute. Mongelos remained the protagonist. At the same time, the tension grew both on and off the field. The result of the other match was still helping – Atlético Grau even took the lead. Then came Grêmio's goal. The young Riquelme, who was included at the last minute, finished Pavón's cross (75'). Advertisement The final minutes saw great chances with Kike Oliveira and Cristaldo, for example. But the goals that would have changed Grêmio's fate did not come. 📊 Group standings and schedule 📅 Grêmio finished with the same 12 points as Godoy Cruz, but had an inferior goal difference (four to five). Now they await the other matches of the night to see if they will, in fact, be one of the best runners-up. They will now focus on the Brasileirão. On Sunday (1), they will face Juventude at Alfredo Jaconi. A match for the 11th round of the competition. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. 📸 SILVIO AVILA - AFP or licensors
