Match Info

Competition: Copa Sudamericana

Date: May 26, 2026

Kick-off: 23:00 UK / 06:00 Beijing Time (next day)

Venue: Estadio Municipal de La Cisterna

Palestino Preview

Palestino enter this final Copa Sudamericana group-stage fixture hoping to end a disappointing continental campaign on a positive note after failing to secure qualification from Group F, though recent domestic performances have shown significantly stronger attacking rhythm and confidence compared to their struggles in international competition, while home advantage in La Cisterna could still provide an important emotional lift for a side eager to reward supporters with a victory before shifting focus back toward the Chilean league season.

Deportivo Riestra Preview

Deportivo Riestra arrive in Chile also eliminated from the competition following a difficult run of defensive performances during the latter stages of the group phase, with the Argentine side conceding heavily against both Gremio and Montevideo City Torque in recent weeks, while their physical and highly disruptive style continues to divide opinion among South American football supporters and opponents alike, particularly after several chaotic domestic performances earlier this year generated strong reactions online.

Probable Lineups

Palestino (4-3-3)

Perez; Garguez, Espinoza, Roco, Zuniga; Montes, Fernandez, Gallegos; Benirez, Da Silva, Munder

Deportivo Riestra (5-3-2)

Arce; Sansotre, Randazzo, Mino, Gallo, Obredor; Goitia, Watson, Monje; Smarra, Alonso

We Say

This matchup feels likely to become a more open and entertaining contest than the first meeting between the two sides because neither team faces major qualification pressure anymore, and while both clubs have struggled offensively throughout the group stage, Palestino’s stronger recent domestic form and home intensity may provide the Chilean side with a slight advantage against a Deportivo Riestra team whose defensive organisation has collapsed repeatedly in recent away matches.

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