Ñublense 2–2 Huachipato | Chilean Liga de Primera | June 14, 2026

Ñublense and Huachipato played out an entertaining 2–2 draw at Estadio Municipal Nelson Oyarzún in Chillán on Sunday. The match featured four goals, two penalties, and a red card that turned the tide in the second half.

Match Overview

Huachipato started strongly and took the lead in the 17th minute through a powerful header from striker Maximiliano Rodríguez after a cross from the left. Ñublense responded quickly, equalizing just seven minutes later when midfielder Jorge Henríquez slotted home from inside the box after a quick counterattack. The home side then grabbed a 2–1 advantage in the 38th minute via a penalty converted by forward Federico Mateos after a handball in the area.

The second half saw Huachipato push forward, but Ñublense looked dangerous on the break. In the 72nd minute, Ñublense’s central defender Rafael Caroca received a second yellow card for a tactical foul, leaving the home side with ten men. Huachipato capitalized immediately: in the 76th minute, substitute Luis Sánchez won a penalty, and captain Claudio Sepúlveda stepped up to draw the visitors level at 2–2. Both sides had late chances but settled for a point.

Key Moments

• 17' Goal Huachipato: Maximiliano Rodríguez heads in from a cross.
• 24' Goal Ñublense: Jorge Henríquez finishes a fast break to level.
• 38' Goal Ñublense: Federico Mateos scores from the penalty spot.
• 72' Red Card: Rafael Caroca receives a second yellow, Ñublense down to ten.
• 76' Goal Huachipato: Claudio Sepúlveda equalizes with a penalty.

Tactical Story

Ñublense employed a 4-3-3, pressing high early and looking to exploit spaces behind Huachipato’s backline. Their game plan worked until Caroca’s dismissal forced them to sit deeper. Huachipato, using a 4-2-3-1, controlled possession after the red card and switched to a more direct style, targeting crosses into the box. The visitors’ resilience paid off as they found the equalizer from the spot.

Standout Players

• Federico Mateos (Ñublense): Composed penalty and lively movement in attack.
• Claudio Sepúlveda (Huachipato): Cool penalty under pressure and strong leadership in midfield.
• Maximiliano Rodríguez (Huachipato): A constant aerial threat, scored the opener.

Impact on the Standings

The draw kept Ñublense in 6th place with 24 points, while Huachipato remained 4th with 28 points. Ñublense will rue the dropped points at home, but the result extended their unbeaten run to four matches. Huachipato remained in the title hunt, three points behind leaders Universidad de Chile.