Gonzalo Escalante Reinforces Club Deportes La Serena

Club Deportes La Serena has announced the signing of Gonzalo Escalante as a new player for the 2026 season. Escalante brings a wealth of experience from various competitive leagues and is expected to provide strong leadership to the team.

Player Profile: Gonzalo Escalante

Escalante is recognized for his strong character and leadership qualities. His arrival is seen as a significant boost for Club Deportes La Serena as they compete in the Liga de Primera.

About Club Deportes La Serena

Club de Deportes La Serena S.A.D.P. Is a Chilean football club based in La Serena, Coquimbo Region. Founded on December 9, 1955, the club currently plays in the Liga de Primera. They play their home games at Estadio La Portada, which has a capacity of 18,243.

The club is nicknamed “Gigante de La Cuarta” due to their Copa Chile win in the 1960s, making them the only team in the region to achieve this feat. Their primary rival is Coquimbo Unido.

Historical Background

The origins of Club Deportes La Serena trace back to amateur football teams in La Serena, which won national amateur championships in 1949, 1951, and 1954. This success led to the formation of the club in 1955 to participate in professional football. The club’s first second division match was against Unión La Calera, ending in a 0-0 draw.

Team Information

Chairman: Cristián Contador

Manager: Mario Sciacqua

League: Liga de Primera

Website: www.cdlaserena.cl

You can find more information about Club Deportes La Serena on their Facebook page and Instagram.