Alianza Lima Prepares for Must-Win Match Against Alianza Universidad

Lima, Peru – Alianza Lima is set to face Alianza Universidad in a crucial match on May 19, 2025. The game, part of the Torneo Apertura 2025, will take place at the Estadio Alejandro Villanueva, also known as Matute. The match kicks off at 8:00 p.m. local time.

After a tough 1-1 draw against Atlético Grau, Alianza Lima currently sits three points behind league leaders Universitario and Melgar. They need a win against the struggling Alianza Universidad, who are among the bottom teams in the Liga1 Te Apuesto. Despite being eliminated from the Copa Libertadores, Alianza Lima aims to regain momentum in national competitions.

Alianza coach Néstor Gorosito expressed optimism for the upcoming match, highlighting that the team has the capability to recover. ‘We are focusing on our performance and aiming for the top spots in the league,’ he said.

Missing for Alianza Lima are Renzo Garcés and Paolo Guerrero, both suspended for this match. Pablo Lavandeira is sidelined due to injury. However, Carlos Zambrano is expected to return to the lineup, boosting the team’s defense.

Alianza Universidad arrives without any suspended players and hopes to turn around their luck against a competitive Alianza Lima squad.

The match will be aired live in Peru on L1 MAX and available for streaming on L1 Play. RPP will also provide live coverage on radio across its frequencies, including 89.7 FM and 730 AM.