🚨Line-ups confirmed: La U face a crucial match | OneFootball

Universidad de Chile returns to the pitch in an atmosphere of maximum pressure and internal crisis to play the penultimate matchday of the Primera League. The blue team hosts the champion Coquimbo Unido this Monday with the obligation to win or win if they want to keep their chances alive of fighting for the "Chile 2" spot in the Copa Libertadores until the final matchday.

The match will be played amid the institutional "earthquake" caused by coach Gustavo Álvarez, who days ago announced that he has no intention of staying in charge of the "U" in 2026 due to "wear and tear" with the management.

Fight for the Chile 2 spot

Currently, the "Chile 2" spot for the Libertadores is in the hands of Universidad Católica, so the blues need a must-win victory to prevent the ticket from slipping away for good.

The tense atmosphere extends to the coaching staff. Journalist Diego Jeria reported that there is a "total short circuit between the U and Álvarez," and the coach confirmed the starting lineup of the Chuncho against El Pirata in what could be one of his last matches managing the team.

The coach’s last act

Despite the controversy and instability generated by his own statements, Álvarez remains in charge for this crucial match. The fans hope that, beyond the management situation, the team will show commitment and pull off a result that is vital for their international aspirations next season.

Confirmed lineups

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