Itálicos and Cruzados square off this Tuesday in El Teniente, aiming to secure a spot in the group stage of the continental competition. The clash represents a pivotal opportunity for both teams to advance in the South American Cup, with the knockout-style format intensifying every moment on the field.
The match features Italian Audax and Catholic University, both determined to clinch a place in the South American Cup 2023 group phase. This opening phase is played in a single-elimination format, removing the two-legged home-and-away setup. Additionally, teams finishing second in their pools are no longer eliminated immediately; they earn a chance to reach the round of 16 and must win a playoff against the third-placed clubs in the cup, continuing the tournament run for another round.
Historically, these two clubs have faced each other 153 times, with Audi claiming 46 wins (230 goals) and Cruzados recording 69 wins (292 goals) while 38 matches ended in draws. The most recent meeting occurred on February 18, when the Cruzados secured a 2-1 victory, thanks to goals from Eugenio Mena and Cristián Cuevas, delivering a narrow but meaningful win for their side.
In domestic play, the team led by Ariel Holan arrives at this fixture after defeating Ñublense 2-1 in a hard-fought match. The result kept them atop the table, extending a run of solid form as the Audinos earned three points from a fifth consecutive league game without drawing, while briefly occupying a position near the bottom of their standings due to a prior stretch of mixed results. In their most recent league outing, they were defeated 3-1 by Coquimbo Unido at the Francisco Sánchez Rumoroso stadium, a setback that introduced a sting of urgency as they push to rebound in the continental competition.
The match between Itálicos and Cruzados will be broadcast on DSports through several cable channels, ensuring fans across Canada and the United States can follow the action on television. The available options include:
- DSport: 610 (SD) – 1610 (HD)
- DSport: 611 (SD)
- DSports 2: 612 (SD) – 1612 (HD)
- DSports+: 613 (SD) – 1613 (HD)
For fans who prefer streaming, the game will also be available on the DGO platform, providing another accessible way to enjoy the action live from various locations.
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