Puerto Montt Women secured a hard-fought 2-1 away victory over Curico Unido (W) in the Chilean Women's Division 1 on July 13, 2026, coming from behind to take all three points. The result keeps Puerto Montt in the upper half of the table, while Curico Unido remain in the relegation battle after a disappointing collapse in front of their own fans.

Match Overview

The match at the Estadio La Granja began with the home side looking sharp. Curico Unido took an early lead in the 12th minute when forward Catalina Díaz latched onto a through-ball and calmly slotted past the goalkeeper. The goal energized the home crowd, and Curico continued to push forward, forcing several saves from Puerto Montt goalkeeper Isabella Fuentes. However, just before the half-hour mark, Puerto Montt drew level. A corner kick was not cleared properly, and midfielder Fernanda Lagos pounced on the loose ball to volley home from close range.

The second half saw a shift in momentum. Puerto Montt grew in confidence, while Curico Unido began to fade physically. The decisive moment came in the 73rd minute. A swift counterattack led by winger Constanza Muñoz ended with her delivering a perfect cross for striker Valentina Rojas, who headed past the helpless Curico goalkeeper. Curico pushed for an equalizer in the final minutes, but Puerto Montt’s defense, marshaled by captain Javiera Figueroa, held firm to secure a valuable win on the road.

Tactical Story

Curico Unido started in a 4-3-3 formation with high intensity, pressing Puerto Montt’s backline and forcing errors. Their early goal came from that high press. However, after conceding, Puerto Montt adjusted their shape, dropping deeper and looking to hit on the break. Their equalizer came from a set piece, which exposed Curico’s vulnerability in aerial duels. In the second half, Curico’s midfield tired, allowing Puerto Montt’s central duo of Lagos and Muñoz to dictate the tempo. The winning goal was a classic counterattack, exploiting space left by Curico’s advancing full-backs.

Standout Players

• Fernanda Lagos (Puerto Montt) – Scored the crucial equalizer and provided energy in midfield. Her passing range helped turn defense into attack quickly.
• Catalina Díaz (Curico Unido) – Took her goal well and was a constant nuisance to the Puerto Montt defense. She deserved better support from her teammates.

Table and Season Context

Puerto Montt moved to fifth place with this win, keeping them in the race for a Copa Libertadores qualification spot. For Curico Unido, the defeat leaves them in 12th place, only two points above the relegation zone. Their inability to hold onto a lead at home has been a recurring theme this season, and coach María José Orellana will need to address the team's second-half fragility quickly if they are to avoid a relegation fight.