Colo Colo vs O’Higgins: Monumental Pitch in Doubt Due to Rain as Plan B Readied

Colo Colo faces a race against time to ensure the Estadio Monumental pitch is playable for their upcoming Liga de Primera clash against O’Higgins on Sunday, August 16, 2026. Heavy rainfall across the Santiago Metropolitan Region has left the pitch in Macul under close observation, prompting club leadership to prepare an alternative venue to guarantee the match proceeds as scheduled.

According to club president Aníbal Mosa, groundskeepers and management are monitoring the field conditions around the clock. Speaking on Friday during the presentation of the club’s blind football division, Mosa confirmed that contingency plans are already in place if the weather forces a relocation of the 17:30 local time fixture.

“We are working flat out on the pitch. I think we will get there, but if not, we have a plan B,” Mosa told reporters, as reported by Radio ADN. The alternative venue slated to host the match is the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos in Ñuñoa, which has reportedly been reserved by the club.

A definitive decision regarding the venue is expected on Saturday following an inspection of the Estadio Monumental turf. The inspection team includes Jaime Pizarro, Daniel Morón, and the club’s dedicated groundskeeping staff, who have been evaluating the situation for several days.

Squad Reinforcements and Upcoming Schedule

Amidst weather concerns, Mosa also addressed the club’s activity in the transfer market ahead of the second half of the season. The club secured deals for Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha and Chilean defender Iván Román to bolster the squad without disrupting team chemistry.

“We are very happy with the team we built at the beginning of the season,” Mosa said. “What we were looking for was to reinforce it in a good way, without blocking anyone, without making anyone feel displaced.”

Tickets for the match remain on sale through PuntoTicket, with availability remaining in the Océano and Cordillera sectors as fans await final confirmation on the stadium location.

Next Steps for Matchday Operations

The final venue announcement will be issued on Saturday following the pitch evaluation by the technical committee. Supporters holding tickets for the fixture are advised to monitor official club channels for updates regarding stadium access and potential relocation details.

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