Universidad de Chile
Universidad de Chile confirms Eduardo Vargas' return after 15 years
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Universidad de Chile officially announced the return of forward Eduardo Vargas, known as Turboman, after 15 years away. The announcement was made at 17:11 on Saturday, marking the first reinforcement for the 2026 season under Francisco Meneghini. Vargas will join preseason on Monday, January 5.
The Schapira family, which joined Azul Azul in 2013, sold their 21.44% stake for US$7.5 million to José Ramón Correa, a representative on the Universidad de Chile's board. In a statement, they described closing a significant chapter filled with challenges and frustrations, yet always with respect for the club. They wished the team success and confirmed no opposition bloc will form.
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Uruguayan striker Octavio Rivero signed for two seasons with Universidad de Chile from Barcelona de Guayaquil, becoming the third reinforcement for the 2026 season. The player expressed excitement for the challenge and omitted mentions of his past at Colo Colo, his former rival club. He will join Eduardo Vargas and Lucas Romero under coach Francisco Meneghini.
University of Chile's rector, Rosa Devés, has decided not to seek re-election for the 2026-2030 term, sparking an early race for her successor. Sergio Lavandero and Pablo Ruiz-Tagle have formally announced their candidacies, while Alejandra Mizala emerges as a key figure with substantial support. Other names like Raúl Morales and Francisco Martínez are also circulating within the institution.
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Universidad de Chile beat O'Higgins 1-0 in Rancagua, staying in the race for Chile 2 despite playing with one man down and new injuries. Maximiliano Guerrero's goal sealed the win in an intense match. Coach Gustavo Álvarez praised the team's character but raised alarms over the squad's physical fatigue.