Ancud defeated CD Puerto Varas 90–84 in a tightly contested Chile Liga Nacional Basketball matchup on July 19, 2026, enthralling home fans at the Gimnasio Fiscal de Ancud with a back-and-forth game that was decided in the final minutes.

Match Overview

The Ancud vs. CD Puerto Varas rivalry added another thrilling chapter as Ancud clawed out a 90–84 win in front of a passionate crowd. Both teams entered the game near the middle of the Liga Nacional standings, and the intensity reflected their desire to climb toward the playoff picture. Ancud’s balanced scoring and superior rebounding in the fourth quarter proved to be the difference.

Key Moments

• First Half Fireworks: The game was tied at 44 at halftime, with both teams shooting well from beyond the arc. Ancud’s fast-break offense and Puerto Varas’ pick-and-roll game kept the scoreboard ticking.
• Third Quarter Separation: Ancud pushed the lead to 10 points, 68–58, behind an 8–0 run in the middle of the third period. However, Puerto Varas responded with a 12–2 spurt to tie the game entering the fourth.
• Clutch Fourth Quarter: With the score tied at 80 with 3:00 left, Ancud’s veteran guard Sebastián Herrera nailed a three-pointer and then assisted on a dunk to give his team a five-point lead. Puerto Varas missed two three-pointers in the final minute that could have tied the game.

Standout Performers

For Ancud, Sebastián Herrera finished with 24 points and 7 assists, controlling the game’s tempo and making every big play down the stretch. Erik Carrasco added 18 points and 10 rebounds, providing a strong inside presence. On the Puerto Varas side, Tomás Álvarez led all scorers with 27 points, including five three-pointers, while Juan Fontena contributed 14 points and 12 rebounds.

Impact on Standings and Season Context

The win improved Ancud’s record to 11–9, moving them into fifth place in the Liga Nacional standings. CD Puerto Varas dropped to 10–10, falling to seventh. For Ancud, this victory was essential to keep pace with the top four teams, as the league approaches the mid-season mark. The team’s ability to execute in crunch time—something that had been a weakness earlier in the season—will give them confidence heading into a tough stretch of away games.