Unión Española
Squad
Gonzalo Barriga2011current- Dagoberto Currimilla2012current
Diego Sánchez2013current- Mario Larenas2013current
Pablo Galdames Millán2013current- Carlos Salom2014current
Milovan Mirošević2014current
René Lima2014current
Gonzalo Abán2015current- Kevin Harbottle2015current
Nery Veloso2015current- Diego Churín2016current
Cristián Gutiérrez2017current- Adrián Scifocurrent
Alfonso Domínguezcurrent
Bastián Yañezcurrent- Benjamín Galdamescurrent
Carlos Rojascurrent
Francisco Urrozcurrent
Jason Florescurrent- José Luis Sierracurrent
- Juan Carlos González Izurietacurrent
- Juan Carlos Ibáñezcurrent
- Luis Silvio Rojascurrent
- Pablo Aránguizcurrent
Ramiro González Hernándezcurrent- Roberto Tyrrelcurrent
- Sergio Lópezcurrent
- Thomas Galdamescurrent
Tomás Asta-Buruagacurrent
Víctor Méndezcurrent
Juan Legarreta1922–1929
Waldo Sanhueza1926–1926- Jorge Góngora1933–1933
Fernando Riera1937–1938
Atilio Cremaschi1941–1953
Pedro Hugo López1951–1954
Honorino Landa1959–1965
Francisco Molina1960–1960
Héctor Rial1961–1961
Manuel Rodríguez1961–1965
Osvaldo Héctor Cruz1962–1964- Héctor Rial1964–1964
- Pedro García Barros1966–1970
Eladio Zárate1967–1970
Humberto Donoso1967–1968
Sergio Navarro1967–1968
Leonardo Véliz1968–1971- Rogelio Farías1968–1974
- Antonio Arias1969–1978
- Honorino Landa1969–1969
- Javier Méndez1969–1969
Alberto Mario González1970–1971- Alberto Mario González1970–1970
Francisco Valdés1970–1970- Juan Machuca1970–1983
- Juan Olivares1970–1974
Juan Rodríguez1970–1971- Guillermo Yávar1971–1973
- Hugo Berly1971–1975
Leopoldo Vallejos1971–1975
Alberto Fouilloux1972–1972
Jorge Toro1972–1973- Fernando Carvallo1973–1973
- Francisco Las Heras Risso1973–1975
- Eddio Inostroza1974–1975
- Jorge Spedaletti1974–1975
- Mario Osbén1974–1979
- Mario Soto1974–1977
- Enzo Escobar1975–1979
- Juan Soto Quintana1975–1976
- Leonardo Véliz1975–1978
- Sergio Ahumada1975–1975
Leonel Herrera Rojas1976–1978- Miguel Ángel Neira1976–1976
- Rafael González1976–1981
- Rogelio Farías1976–1978
- Sergio Salgado1976–1977
- Victor Pizarro1976–1977
- Waldo Quiroz1976–1977
- Francisco Las Heras Risso1977–1979
- Jorge Peredo1977–1979
- Fernando Astengo1978–1985
- Fernando Carvallo1978–1983
- Héctor Pinto1979–1984
- Osvaldo Heriberto Hurtado Galeguillo1979–1979
- Víctor Estay1979–1981
- Carlos Rivas1983–1983
- Jaime Ramírez1985–1989
- Francisco Ugarte1986–1987
- Rafael González1986–1986
- Patricio Toledo1987–1987
José Luis Sierra1988–1994- Luis Abdón Rodríguez1988–1991
- Cristián Montecinos1990–1994
- Daniel Messina1990–1990
Pedro González Vera1990–1990- Richard Zambrano1990–1991
- Víctor Hugo Andrada1990–1990
- Aníbal González1991–1991
- Carlos Prono1991–1993
- Marcelo Vega1991–1992
- Gerardo Reinoso1992–1992
- Jorge Dely Valdés1992–1992
- Jorge Orlando Aravena Plaza1992–1992
- Jorge Pellicer1992–1992
- Juan Castillo Balcázar1992–1993
- Mario Lucca1992–1994
Rodrigo Ruiz1992–1992- Fernando Astengo1993–1998
- Fernando Sanz1993–1993
Mario Salas1993–1994
Pablo Galdames1993–1995- Ricardo Gónzalez Reinoso1993–1993
- Rodrigo Ruiz1993–1994
- Gerardo Rabajda1994–1994
Hugo Rubio1994–1994- Juan Carreño López1994–1994
- Ricardo Francisco Rojas1994–1996
Rodrigo Valenzuela1994–2001- Rubén Espinoza1994–1994
- Carlos María Morales1995–1995
- Edgardo Fuentes1995–1995
- Jaime Ramírez1995–1996
- Juan Castillo Balcázar1995–1995
- Marcelo Canoon1995–1995
- Casiano Delvalle1996–1997
- César Santis1996–1998
- César Velázquez1996–1996
- José Luis Jerez1996–2005
- Rubén Vallejos1996–1996
- Héctor Morán1997–1997
- Mauricio Pozo1997–1997
- Jaime Ramírez1998–1998
- Jorge Acuña1999–1999
José Júnior1999–1999- Julio Gutiérrez1999–2000
Mauricio Segovia1999–2000
Sebastián Miranda1999–2006- Byron Tenorio2000–2000
- Fernando Solís Núñez2000–2001
Hernán Caputto2000–2003- José Luis Díaz2000–2000
- Marcelo Vega2000–2001
- Pedro González Pierella2000–2000
Albert Acevedo2001–2001- Jaime Bravo2001–2002
- Lucas Valdemarín2001–2001
Manuel Neira2001–2001- Nelson Cossio2001–2001
Nicolás Córdova2001–2001- Raúl Palacios2001–2001
Renato Ramos2001–2002- Víctor Loyola2001–2001
- César Santis2002–2003
Fernando Vergara2002–2002- José Luis Sierra2002–2009
- Marcelo Vega2002–2002
- Marco Villaseca2002–2002
- Nelson Tapia2002–2002
Alexis Norambuena2003–2007- Carlos Arturo Cáceres2003–2003
- Emerson Pereira2003–2003
- Gustavo Biscayzacú2003–2003
- Pedro González Vera2003–2004
Pedro Reyes2003–2004- Rodrigo Ríos2003–2004
- Sebastián Rozental2003–2004
Sergio Vargas2003–2003- Dante Poli2004–2004
- Ignacio Carlos González2004–2005
José María Buljubasich2004–2004- Andrés Oroz2005–2005
- Claudio Núñez2005–2005
- Jaime Bravo2005–2007
- Joel Reyes2005–2006
Juan José Ribera2005–2005- Manuel Neira2005–2006
- Mathías Vidangossy2005–2007
Nicolás Peric2005–2005- Rodrigo Valenzuela2005–2005
Adán Vergara2006–2007
Christian Sepúlveda2006–2009- Clarence Acuña2006–2009
- Cristián Montecinos2006–2006
Fernando Cordero2006–2012- Francisco Rojas2006–2006
Héctor Tapia2006–2006- Isaías Peralta2006–2009
- Jean Carlos Gaona2006–2006
- Julio Gutiérrez2006–2007
- Patricio Almendra2006–2006
- Pedro Reyes2006–2006
- Roberto Kettlun2006–2007
- Alejandro Acosta2007–2007
Cristóbal Jorquera2007–2007
Gerson Acevedo2007–2007- Johan Fuentes2007–2008
- Manuel Ibarra2007–2007
- Manuel Neira2007–2009
- Mario Cáceres2007–2008
- Rubén Bascuñán2007–2008
- Felipe Flores2008–2008
- Gerardo Cortés2008–2008
Luis Marín2008–2010- Mario Aravena2008–2011
- Mauricio Rojas2008–2008
Nicolás Canales2008–2008- Rodrigo Pérez2008–2008
- Sebastián Miranda2008–2010
Braulio Leal2009–2012- David Ramírez2009–2009
Diego Rosende2009–2009
Eduardo Rubio2009–2010
Francisco Nájera2009–2011
Gustavo Canales2009–2009- Gustavo Canales2009–2010
- Matías Masiero2009–2013
Miguel Aceval2009–2010- Nicolás Altamirano2009–2010
Nicolás Núñez2009–2010- Ramsés Bustos2009–2014
- Raúl Enrique Estévez2009–2011
- Rodolfo Madrid2009–2012
Rodrigo Gattas2009–2013- Alexander Medina2010–2010
Francisco Alarcón2010–2014- Giovanny Espinoza2010–2012
- Gustavo Canales2010–2010
- Kevin Harbottle2010–2011
- Leandro Delgado2010–2011
- Leonardo Monje2010–2011
Luis Pedro Figueroa2010–2011- Martín Ligüera2010–2011
- Rainer Wirth2010–2011
Diego Scotti2011–2015
Eduardo Lobos2011–2011
Federico Elduayen2011–2011
Jean Paul Pineda2011–2012- José Pérez Ferrada2011–2011
- Leonel Mena2011–2012
Rafael Olarra2011–2012
Sebastián Jaime2011–2014- Óscar Hernández2011–2014
- Eduardo Lobos2012–2012
Emanuel Herrera2012–2012
Emiliano Vecchio2012–2012- Emilio Hernández2012–2012
- Mauro Díaz2012–2013
Patricio Rubio2012–2013
Christian Cueva2013–2014
Francisco Castro2013–2013- Gustavo Canales2013–2014
Lorenzo Faravelli2013–2014
Luis Casanova2013–2013
Luis Pavez2013–2014- Matías Abelairas2013–2014
- Matías Abelairas2013–2013
- Raúl Olivares2013–2014
- Sebastián Miranda2013–2014
Cristian Manuel Chávez2014–2015- Jonathan Salvador2014–2014
Marcos González2014–2015- Mathías Vidangossy2014–2014
Matías Campos2014–2014- Ramón Lentini2014–2015
- Gabriel Méndez2015–2015
Juan Carlos Ferreyra2015–2015- José Aja2019–2019
Harold Cummings2020–2021
Unión Española is an association football club based in Santiago, Chile.
The club competes in the Chilean Primera División.
Unión Española is one of the oldest football clubs in Chile, founded in 1897.
Biography
Origins and Formation
Unión Española, a prominent football club based in Independencia, Santiago, Chile, has a rich history that dates back to 1885. It was founded by a group of 23 Spanish residents led by Ignacio Balcells, who aimed to create a recreational center for the Spanish community. This initiative led to the establishment of the Centro Español de Instrucción y Recreación on May 18, 1897, with Balcells as its first president. As interest in organized sports grew, the club expanded its activities, founding the Club Ciclista Ibérico in 1909 and the football section, Club Ibérico Balompié, in 1918. The latter joined the Asociación de Football de Santiago and quickly made its mark by winning the Copa Chile and Copa Unión in 1920.
Growth and Achievements
In 1922, the cycling and football sections merged to form Unión Deportiva Española, which became a leading force in Santiago football during the amateur era. The club won consecutive Copa Chile titles in 1924 and 1925, showcasing its competitive spirit. Over the years, Unión Española has secured seven Primera División titles, making it one of the most successful clubs in Chilean football history. Their notable victories include championships in 1943, 1951, 1973, 1975, 1977, 2005–A, and 2013–T, along with two Copa Chile titles in 1992 and 1993.
Legacy and Influence
Unión Española is recognized as the second oldest club in the Primera División Chilena, following Santiago Wanderers. The club has also made its mark on the international stage, participating in the Copa Libertadores nine times and finishing as runners-up in 1975. With a strong youth academy and a women's team, Unión Española continues to influence Chilean football, preserving its legacy while fostering new talent for the future.
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Career & Clubs
Origins and consolidation
Unión Española traces its origins to the Spanish community in Santiago. In 1885, a group of 23 Spanish residents led by Ignacio Balcells proposed establishing a recreational centre for Spanish immigrants, intended as a meeting place where members of the community could socialise and preserve their customs through sport and other activities. The initiative culminated in the establishment of the Centro Español de Instrucción y Recreación on 18 May 1897, with Balcells serving as its first president. As interest in organised sport grew within the institution, its activities expanded beyond recreation. The Club Ciclista Ibérico was founded in 1909, followed by the football section, Club Ibérico Balompié, in 1918. The latter joined the Asociación de Football de Santiago and won both the Copa Chile and Copa Unión in 1920. In 1922, the cycling and football organisations merged to form Unión Deportiva Española, bringing the community's principal sporting activities under a single institution. During the amateur era, Unión Deportiva Española emerged as one of the leading sides in Santiago football. It won consecutive Copa Chile titles in 1924 and 1925, with Spanish defender Juan Legarreta serving as captain during this period. In December 1925, Unión faced Colo-Colo for the Santiago championship, losing 2–0 before approximately 10,000 spectators. Following the reorganisation of Chilean football, the club joined the Liga Central de Football de…
- League
- Chilean Primera División
Legacy
Unión Española has won Primera División seven times, behind Colo-Colo (31), Universidad de Chile (18), Universidad Católica (14) and Cobreloa (8), as well as winning two Copa Chile titles. On the South American stage Unión has participated nine times in Copa Libertadores, one time in Copa Sudamericana and one time in the Copa Ganadores de Copa. Unión also was runner-up in the Copa Libertadores of 1975.
National
Primera División de Chile Winners (7): 1943, 1951, 1973, 1975, 1977, 2005–A, 2013–T Copa Chile Winners (2): 1992, 1993 Copa Invierno Winners (1): 1989 Campeonato de Apertura Winners (1): 1947 Supercopa de Chile Winners (1): 2013 Primera B de Chile Winners (1): 1999
International
Copa Libertadores Runners-up (1): 1975
Regional
Copa Chile de la Asociación de Football de Santiago Winners (3): 1920, 1924, 1925 Copa Unión de la Asociación de Football de Santiago Winners (1): 1920 Campeonato de Apertura de la Asociación de Football de Santiago Winners (1): 1925 Primera División de la Liga Central de Football de Santiago Winners (1): Serie A 1928 Torneo Metropolitano de Chile Winners (1): 1970 Copa Arauco de la Segunda División de la Asociación de Football de Santiago Winners (3): 1919, 1922, 1923
Unión Española is the second oldest club of the Primera División Chilena behind Santiago Wanderers that was founded in 1892.
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Passport
Identifiers & aliases
Unión Española is a professional sports club based in Independencia, Santiago, Chile. Best known for its football team, the club competes in the Primera B de Chile. It also operates a women's team and an extensive youth academy whose teams compete in national competitions. Unión Española is one of the oldest football clubs in Chile.
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