In a remarkable display, Deportes Limache triumphed 3-0 against Cobreloa in the third round of the Copa Chile, with standout player Nelson Da Silva scoring twice. His first goal came at the 17th minute of the first half, followed by another at the 83rd minute from the penalty spot, showcasing his exceptional skills. Aldrix Jara contributed to the scoreline with a goal in the 39th minute of the second half, rounding off a comprehensive performance from his team.
Nelson Da Silva was undoubtedly the star of the match. The forward netted 2 goals and tested the Cobreloa goalkeeper with two shots on target.
Aldrix Jara also played a crucial role, adding 1 goal to ensure Limache’s dominance in the match.
The head coach of Deportes Limache, Víctor Rivero, implemented a 4-3-3 formation featuring Nicolás Peranic in goal; a defensive line of Guillermo Pacheco, Gonzalo Paz, Augusto Aguirre, and Felipe Fritz; a midfield trio of Francisco Romero, Mario Sandoval, and César Pinares; along with forwards Bastián Silva, Nelson Da Silva, and Daniel Castro.
On the other side, Cobreloa, managed by César Bravo, also deployed a 4-3-3 formation with Hugo Araya as their goalkeeper; Ed Verhoeven, Luis García, Bastián Tapia, and Gabriel Rojas in defense; Cristian Muga, Gerardo Navarrete, and Byron Bustamante in the midfield; and Diego Acevedo, Walter Ponce, and Leandro Barrera on the attack.
The match was officiated by referee Piero Maza Gómez, who oversaw a well-contested game.
This victory not only secured a place in the quarter-finals for Deportes Limache but also solidified their position as a formidable side in this tournament.
Substitutions for Deportes Limache
45’ 2T – César Pinares was replaced by Dylan Portilla, and Walter Ponce was replaced by Alex Valdés.
73’ 2T – Daniel Castro was substituted for Aldrix Jara, Felipe Fritz for Alfonso Parot, and Mario Sandoval for Luis Guerra.
85’ 2T – Nelson Da Silva was substituted by Harol Salgado.
Yellow Cards for Deportes Limache:
44’ 2T – Guillermo Pacheco (arguing with an opponent) and 44’ 2T – Harol Salgado (arguing with an opponent).
Substitutions for Cobreloa
64’ 2T – Leandro Barrera was substituted for Rodolfo González.
76’ 2T – Ed Verhoeven was substituted for Alberto Tejerina.
Yellow Cards for Cobreloa:
17’ 2T – Bastián Tapia (unsporting behavior), 41’ 2T – César Bravo (insulting or disapproving the referee), 44’ 2T – Alex Valdés (arguing with an opponent), and 47’ 2T – Cristian Muga (unsporting behavior).