Regional Atacama was a

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club based in the city of

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, Atacama Region. The club was founded in 1979, playing a total of six season at the top level of Chilean football during its 18-year existence. In 1998, the club was folded due to financial difficulties.

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took their place as the

city local team in 1999.

Achievements

*6 ''seasons'' in Primera División *12 ''seasons'' in

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References

Chile tournaments
at the

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Achievements

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