💥Chaos at the Nacional: Damning referee report puts the pressure on la U | OneFootball

The debut of Universidad de Chile in the 2026 First Division League against Audax Italiano was marked by violence. What was supposed to be a sports celebration at the National Stadium ended in a lackluster goalless draw, marred by serious incidents in the stands that now put the secular club in jeopardy following the damning report presented by the match referee, Gastón Philippe.

Fire and Riots in the South Gallery

According to the details provided by the referee, the problems began from the initial whistle in the southern section, where a group of fans started disturbances that escalated in intensity as the minutes passed. The most critical moment occurred during the second half when an intentional fire was set in the stands, forcing the match to be stopped. The tension was such that the general public and the players were more focused on the flames and the clashes than on the development of the game.

Imminent Sanctions for the Blues

Philippe's extensive report meticulously describes the lack of security guarantees and the severity of the riots, leaving Universidad de Chile on the brink of an exemplary punishment. In the coming days, the Disciplinary Tribunal will have to determine the magnitude of the sanction, which could include playing matches behind closed doors or the closure of sections of the stadium. This scenario complicates the start of Francisco Meneghini's cycle, who could lose the support of his fans in the upcoming matches.

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