The Blues wrap up their run in the 2023 Coquimbo Summer Cup by taking on the Scoundrels after a defeat to the Pirate left them seeking lessons and momentum for what lies ahead.
With Mauricio Pellegrino taking the reins, University of Chile faces a crucial test this Saturday as it gears up to meet Rosario Central following the Coquimbo Summer Cup friendly. The aim is to evaluate different lineups ahead of the team’s league opener, scheduled for January 23 against Huachipato, and to restore consistency after a tough spell in recent campaigns as they pursue stability and sustainable progress on the field.
In their initial appearance, the Blues stirred concerns after a 2-0 loss to a refreshed Pirate squad captained by Fernando Díaz, a match where clear scoring chances were scarce. Pellegrino openly addressed the setback, noting a disorganized image from his team. Yet he remained steadfast about the squad’s potential, saying confidence will grow as the players gain cohesion and refine their individual contributions. “Time will tell about our improvement and our confidence in the team and the players on an individual level. We have done that there is still a lot of work to do and it is challenging,” he remarked to the press.
Looking ahead to the next commitment, Cristóbal Campos returns to the fold after joining the training in the Fourth Region. The Lonquén resident had not traveled with the squad last Tuesday due to personal reasons, prompting Pedro Garrido to step in for the Francisco Sánchez Rumoroso match. The tactical triangle will close on Tuesday the 10th with the showdown between Barbón and Los Canallas, a side now led by Miguel Angel Russo and eager to prove its strength on the road.
Television coverage for the Azules versus Canallas features TNT Sports HD and TNT 2, with streaming available via TNT Sports Stadium and mobile access on TNT GO. For subscribers, both signals appear on Movistar Play, Entel TV, DirecTV GO, Claro Video, VTR Play and Zapping, ensuring fans in Canada and the United States can follow the action closely (Goal).