Audax Italiano triumphed over Antofagasta in a close win on Saturday, 2x3, on matchday 19. In this competition, Javier Torrente's team came from a win, and Juan Ribera's team came from a defeat. Manuel López was decisive with 1 goal.
Michael Fuentes opened the score in the 5th minute. With 23 minutes on the clock, Gonzalo Álvarez fired home Audax Italiano second goal, assisted by Michael Fuentes. After 32 minutes, Iván Ledezma had a golden chance to score but missed the penalty. In the 38th minute, Santiago's team extended their lead with a goal from Luis Riveros. With this goal, Luis Riveros reached the landmark of five goals this season.
In the 56th minute, Jason Flores struck for Antofagasta. In time added on, Manuel López wrapped things up, laid on by Gabriel Torres. In the final minutes of the game, Juan Ribera's team saw Jorge Henríquez get sent off due to accumulation of yellows.
After the result Audax Italiano are 10th in the table, with 23 points, while Antofagasta sit 14th place, with 15 points. Next up, Santiago's team will play at home against O´Higgins. Meanwhile, Antofagasta's team will play at home against Coquimbo Unido.