The team led by Ariel Holan travels to face the Eléctricos in the North Central Zone, aiming to earn a place in the Copa Chile quarterfinals with a hard-fought battle on the horizon.
Catholic University begins its Copa Chile 2023 journey by testing its strength against a rising contender in the round of 16, a traditional knock-out stage that features 64 clubs from across the country. This clash marks a pivotal moment for the university side as they push toward deeper rounds in a tournament that has long been a proving ground for Chilean clubs.
Under Holan, the squad seeks a breakthrough against a Third Division A opponent, a test that could unlock momentum for a team hungry to end a title drought that dates back to 2011. The last trophy came after a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout against Magallanes in Santa Laura, a victory that remains a landmark in their recent history alongside titles won in 1983, 1991, and 1995. The current campaign offers another chance to write a new chapter in their storied history.
Meanwhile, the Eléctricos are entering their third Copa Chile campaign after participating in 2019 and 2021. The squad, coached by Cristian Febre, booked their ticket for this round by dispatching Municipal Puente Alto 4-0 across two legs, showcasing a blend of discipline, pace, and tactical flexibility that could challenge Catholic University’s plans.
In this edition, the tournament is organized into regional zones—North, North Central, South, and South Central—each producing regional winners who advance to the knockout stages to contest the title and, ultimately, a coveted spot in the 2024 Copa Libertadores as Chile 4. The regional victor will also earn the right to compete in the Super Cup against the champion from Chile’s Primera Division, framing the Copa Chile as a gateway to continental ambition for the winners.
The victor in this North Central clash will meet the winner of the tie between Real San Joaquín and Santiago Wanders, setting up a classic knockout progression where every fixture has high stakes and the pressure to perform on the big stage is immense for both clubs and their supporters.
Television coverage for the Electricians versus the Crusaders is available on TNT Sports HD and TNT 2, with streaming options through TNT Sports Stadium. For subscribers, both signals can be accessed via Movistar Play, Entel TV, DirecTV GO, Claro Video, VTR Play, and Zapping, ensuring fans across Canada and the United States can follow the action closely as teams chase a cup that carries both prestige and a pathway to further opportunities in South American football. [Goal]