The Liga de Primera heats up as Unión Española face Universidad de Chile on 5 July 2025. Our expert breakdown dives into recent form, player stats, head-to-heads, and betting markets to help UK punters make savvy wagers.
- Unión Española is on a 3-game losing streak.
- Unión Española has been without a win in their last 4 games.
- Unión Española has had No goals scored in their last 3 games.
- Unión Española and Universidad de Chile has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 4 games.
- 4 of Universidad de Chile's last 5 games have had over 2.5 goals.
- 4 of Unión Española's last 5 and 5 of Universidad de Chile's last 7 games have had them concede the first goal.
- 5 of Universidad de Chile's last 6 games have had over 4.5 cards.
- 5 of Unión Española's last 7 games have had over 10.5 corners.
- 6 of Universidad de Chile's last 7 games have had under 10.5 corners.
Unión Española, currently 15th with 7 points from 14 matches, are coming off a 0-2 defeat against on 21 June 2025. Their defence struggles at home, with only 1 clean sheets in 7 home games this season, leaving them vulnerable to conceding. Leading the attack is Pablo Aránguiz, who has bagged 4 goals in 12 appearances. Unión Española has created on average 1.00 xG in their last five fixtures. Unión Española have mixed form, with 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses in their last 5 games, making their performance a bit unpredictable. Having scored 12 goals and conceded 27 in 14 matches this season, Unión Española play a more open style, with games often featuring higher-scoring outcomes.
Universidad de Chile, sitting 5th with 25 points, are in inconsistent form, with a mixed run in their recent matches. Their latest result was a 3-1 victory against Iquique on 21 June 2025, with Matías Zaldivia, Rodrigo Contreras and Lucas Di Yorio scoring the goals. Universidad de Chile boast a strong away defence, with 4 clean sheets in 6 away games this season, having conceded 13 goals. Commanding the frontline are Rodrigo Contreras (6 goals in 11 appearances) and Lucas Di Yorio (6 goals in 13 appearances). Universidad de Chile have generated an average of 1.85 xG in their last five matches, indicating strong attacking intent. Universidad de Chile have mixed form, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 5 games, making their performance a bit unpredictable.
Head-to-Head Record
- In last 3 head-to-head games, Universidad de Chile has won.
- In last 3 head-to-head games between Universidad de Chile, there has been No goals conceded.
- In last 3 head-to-head games, Unión Española has failed to keep a clean sheet.
- 7 of the last 9 head-to-head games between Unión Española and Universidad de Chile have had under 2.5 goals.
- 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games saw Universidad de Chile score first.
Unión Española Team News and Key Players
| Player Name | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Total Shots | Shots on Target | Tackles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agustin Nadruz | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0.75 | 0.25 | 2.33 |
| Ariel Uribe | 12 | 0.08 | 0 | 1.83 | 0.75 | 1.58 |
| Bastián Roco | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.50 |
| Brayan Véjar | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.40 | 0.20 | 1.40 |
| Bruno Jauregui | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0.82 | 0.36 | 2.45 |
| Cristian Montes | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 | 0 | 2.00 |
| Felipe Espinoza | 10 | 0.10 | 0 | 0.20 | 0.10 | 2.20 |
| Felipe Massri | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3.00 |
| Fernando Ovelar | 11 | 0 | 0 | 1.27 | 0.27 | 1.18 |
| Gabriel Norambuena | 9 | 0.11 | 0 | 1.00 | 0.56 | 0.78 |
| Ignacio Jeraldino | 12 | 0.17 | 0 | 1.75 | 0.58 | 0.58 |
| Kevin Contreras | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 |
| Leonardo Naranjo | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1.40 | 0 | 1.40 |
| Matías Marín | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1.75 | 0.75 | 2.50 |
| Matías Suárez | 8 | 0.13 | 0 | 1.63 | 0.75 | 0.50 |
| Milovan Celis | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.33 |
| Nicolás Díaz | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0.90 | 0.10 | 2.30 |
| Pablo Aránguiz | 12 | 0.33 | 0.17 | 1.75 | 0.75 | 1.08 |
| Rodrigo Vásquez | 10 | 0.10 | 0 | 1.40 | 0.50 | 1.10 |
| Simón Ramírez | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0.64 | 0.45 | 2.00 |
| Valentín Vidal | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0.15 | 0.08 | 1.62 |
- #1 - Martín Parra (Goalkeeper)
- #2 - Kevin Contreras (Defender)
- #3 - Valentín Vidal (Defender)
- #13 - Sebastián Pereira (Defender)
- #33 - Rodrigo Alarcón (Defender)
- #5 - Agustin Nadruz (Midfielder)
- #16 - Simón Ramírez (Midfielder)
- #22 - Pablo Aránguiz (C) (Midfielder)
- #6 - Bruno Jauregui (Midfielder)
- #7 - Fernando Ovelar (Midfielder)
- #23 - Ignacio Jeraldino (Forward)
Universidad de Chile Team News and Key Players
| Player Name | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Total Shots | Shots on Target | Tackles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agustín Arce | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2.00 | 1.00 | 0 |
| Charles Aránguiz | 13 | 0.15 | 0.23 | 1.08 | 0.38 | 1.85 |
| Fabián Hormazábal | 11 | 0.09 | 0.09 | 1.55 | 0.18 | 2.64 |
| Fabricio Formiliano | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.50 | 0 | 1.00 |
| Franco Calderón | 10 | 0.10 | 0 | 0.40 | 0.10 | 1.30 |
| Ignacio Tapia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.67 | 0.33 | 2.33 |
| Israel Poblete | 13 | 0.08 | 0.08 | 1.15 | 0.23 | 1.77 |
| Javier Altamirano | 10 | 0.20 | 0 | 1.10 | 0.40 | 1.60 |
| José Ignacio Castro | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 | 0 | 0 |
| José Ignacio Castro | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.00 | 0 | 0 |
| Leandro Fernández | 12 | 0.33 | 0.25 | 3.25 | 1.00 | 0.42 |
| Lucas Assadi | 7 | 0.29 | 0 | 1.29 | 0.57 | 0.29 |
| Lucas Di Yorio | 14 | 0.43 | 0 | 2.21 | 0.93 | 0.43 |
| Matías Sepúlveda | 13 | 0.08 | 0.23 | 1.15 | 0.31 | 2.23 |
| Matías Zaldivia | 11 | 0.18 | 0.09 | 0.64 | 0.27 | 2.36 |
| Maximiliano Guerrero | 6 | 0 | 0.33 | 0.67 | 0.17 | 1.83 |
| Nicolás Fernández | 5 | 0 | 0.20 | 0.40 | 0 | 1.40 |
| Nicolás Guerra | 11 | 0.27 | 0.09 | 3.00 | 1.18 | 0.64 |
| Nicolás Ramírez | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0.40 | 0.20 | 2.70 |
| Rodrigo Contreras | 11 | 0.55 | 0.09 | 2.18 | 0.82 | 0.73 |
- #25 - Gabriel Castellón (Goalkeeper)
- #17 - Fabián Hormazábal (Defender)
- #5 - Nicolás Ramírez (Defender)
- #22 - Matías Zaldivia (Defender)
- #16 - Matías Sepúlveda (Defender)
- #21 - Marcelo Díaz (C) (Midfielder)
- #8 - Israel Poblete (Midfielder)
- #19 - Javier Altamirano (Midfielder)
- #20 - Charles Aránguiz (Midfielder)
- #18 - Lucas Di Yorio (Forward)
- #11 - Nicolás Guerra (Forward)
Unión Española vs Universidad de Chile Betting Tips
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Unión Española v Universidad de Chile Odds
Full Time Result:- Unión Española to win: 19/4
- Draw: 7/2
- Universidad de Chile to win: 12/25
- Unión Española to win or Draw: 13/8
- Draw or Universidad de Chile to win: 1/7
- Unión Española to win or Universidad de Chile to win: 2/11
- Unión Española to win: 5/1
- Draw: 6/4
- Universidad de Chile to win: 20/21
- Both Teams to Score - Yes: 5/6
- Both Teams to Score - No: 5/6
- Over 2.5 Goals: 4/6
- Under 2.5 Goals: 23/20
- Over 3.5 Goals: 13/8
- Under 3.5 Goals: 4/9
Unión Española Previous 10 Matches
- 21.06, Coquimbo Unido (h) 0 - 2
- 15.06, O'Higgins (a) 0 - 1
- 07.06, Deportes Concepción (a) 0 - 1
- 03.06, Deportes Limache (h) 2 - 2
- 30.05, GV San José (h) 4 - 0
- 24.05, Colo Colo (a) 1 - 4
- 19.05, Everton de Viña del Mar (h) 0 - 3
- 14.05, Fluminense (a) 0 - 2
- 11.05, Deportes Concepción (h) 5 - 1
- 08.05, Once Caldas (a) 0 - 1
- 03.05, Cobresal (h) 0 - 1
Universidad de Chile Previous 10 Matches
- 21.06, Deportes Iquique (h) 3 - 1
- 15.06, Coquimbo Unido (a) 0 - 1
- 11.06, Curicó Unido (h) 2 - 2
- 08.06, Curicó Unido (a) 1 - 2
- 31.05, O'Higgins (h) 6 - 0
- 28.05, Botafogo (a) 0 - 1
- 23.05, Deportes Limache (a) 0 - 2
- 18.05, Huachipato (h) 5 - 1
- 14.05, Carabobo (h) 4 - 0
- 09.05, Deportes Recoleta (h) 1 - 1
- 08.05, Estudiantes de La Plata (h) 0 - 3
Liga de Primera Table
| Unión Española | Opponent | Universidad de Chile | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-2 | Coquimbo Unido | 0-1 | ||
| 0-2 | Audax Italiano | 1-1 | ||
| Universidad de Chile | - | - | ||
| 0-3 | Palestino | 3-2 | ||
| 0-1 | O'Higgins | 6-0 | ||
| 1-2 | Universidad Católica | 1-0 | ||
| 0-1 | Cobresal | 1-2 | ||
| 0-4 | Unión La Calera | 1-0 | ||
| 1-4 | Colo Colo | |||
| 1-2 | Huachipato | 5-1 | ||
| 0-1 | Deportes La Serena | 3-1 | ||
| 3-0 | Ñublense | 5-0 | ||
| 0-3 | Everton de Viña del Mar | 0-2 | ||
| 2-2 | Deportes Limache | 0-2 | ||
| - | - | Unión Española | ||
| 4-0 | Deportes Iquique | 3-1 | ||
| # | Team Name | М | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GD | SG | CG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coquimbo Unido | 15 | 32 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 12 | 1.27 | 0.47 |
| 2 | Audax Italiano | 15 | 32 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 1.87 | 1.20 |
| 3 | Universidad de Chile | 14 | 28 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 18 | 2.21 | 0.93 |
| 4 | Palestino | 15 | 28 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 1.47 | 0.93 |
| 5 | O'Higgins | 15 | 26 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| 6 | Universidad Católica | 15 | 25 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 1.47 | 0.93 |
| 7 | Cobresal | 15 | 23 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1.27 | 1.20 |
| 8 | Unión La Calera | 15 | 22 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 1.00 | 0.73 |
| 9 | Colo Colo | 14 | 21 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 1.64 | 1.07 |
| 10 | Huachipato | 15 | 18 | 5 | 3 | 7 | -3 | 1.33 | 1.53 |
| 11 | La Serena | 15 | 17 | 5 | 2 | 8 | -8 | 1.27 | 1.80 |
| 12 | Ñublense | 15 | 16 | 3 | 7 | 5 | -8 | 0.93 | 1.47 |
| 13 | Everton | 15 | 14 | 3 | 5 | 7 | -10 | 1.00 | 1.67 |
| 14 | Deportes Limache | 15 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 8 | -6 | 1.13 | 1.53 |
| 15 | Unión Española | 15 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 12 | -17 | 0.80 | 1.93 |
| 16 | Iquique | 15 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 11 | -17 | 1.00 | 2.13 |
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