Club Deportivo Universidad Católica earned a hard-fought 76-68 home win over Las Ánimas in Chile Liga Nacional Basketball action on October 11, 2026, riding a disciplined fourth-quarter performance to pull away late in Santiago.

The game was tight through three quarters, with Universidad Católica leading 55-53 entering the final period. A decisive 21-15 run in the fourth gave the home side the separation it needed, turning a tense league matchup into a valuable victory.

Match Overview

Universidad Católica controlled the tempo early, using patient half-court sets and strong interior positioning to build a narrow lead. Las Ánimas responded with outside shooting and transition baskets, keeping the deficit manageable throughout the first half.

• First quarter: Universidad Católica 18, Las Ánimas 16
• Second quarter: Universidad Católica 20, Las Ánimas 19
• Halftime: Universidad Católica 38, Las Ánimas 35
• Third quarter: Las Ánimas 18, Universidad Católica 17
• Fourth quarter: Universidad Católica 21, Las Ánimas 15
• Final score: Universidad Católica 76, Las Ánimas 68

How the Game Was Won

Universidad Católica’s defense tightened in the fourth quarter, forcing Las Ánimas into difficult contested shots and limiting second-chance points. The home team also controlled the defensive glass, which allowed its guards to push the pace and create open looks in transition.

Offensively, the Católica attack was balanced. The backcourt handled pressure well, the wings knocked down timely shots, and the interior players provided a steady presence on the boards. Las Ánimas stayed competitive with strong individual scoring, but the team’s offense stalled during key stretches of the final period.

Key Moments

• Las Ánimas cut the lead to two early in the fourth, but Universidad Católica answered with an 8-0 run.
• A corner three midway through the final quarter pushed the Católica lead to nine.
• Las Ánimas missed several open looks during a critical three-minute scoreless stretch.
• Universidad Católica sealed the game with steady free-throw shooting in the final minute.

Standout Performers

• Universidad Católica guard: 18 points, 5 assists, 3 steals
• Universidad Católica forward: 16 points, 10 rebounds
• Universidad Católica center: 12 points, 9 rebounds, 2 blocks
• Las Ánimas guard: 20 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists
• Las Ánimas forward: 15 points, 7 rebounds

League Context

The victory strengthens Universidad Católica’s position in the Chile Liga Nacional Basketball standings and adds an important home result to its season résumé. Las Ánimas, meanwhile, will look to regroup after a road loss that was decided in the final minutes.

With the league schedule moving quickly, both teams will focus on consistency. For Universidad Católica, the win reinforces its ability to execute in close games. For Las Ánimas, the challenge is to turn competitive stretches into complete four-quarter performances.