Alianza Lima Secures Crucial Win Against Sport Huancayo in Peruvian Liga 1

Alianza Lima has secured a vital victory in their pursuit of the top spot in the Peruvian Liga 1 Clausura tournament, defeating Sport Huancayo 1-0 in a match held at the Estadio Alejandro Villanueva, also known as Matute, on October 22, 2024.

The match, part of the 15th round of the Torneo Clausura, saw Alianza Lima maintain their strong form, keeping them just three points behind the league leaders, Universitario de Deportes. The win was crucial for Alianza Lima as they aim to close the gap and potentially force a final showdown with Universitario for the title.

Sport Huancayo, despite their recent form which included two consecutive wins, suffered a setback in their last match, losing 1-3 to Atlético Grau. This defeat pushed them further away from the international qualification spots, and the loss to Alianza Lima has made their task even more challenging.

The match was broadcast live on Liga 1 Max and DirecTV Sports in Peru, and for international viewers, it was available through streaming services such as Liga 1 Play, Zapping, and Fanatiz. The game was also accessible in the United States via Fox Sports.

The lineup for Alianza Lima included key players such as Ángelo Campos, Juan Pablo Freytes, Carlos Zambrano, and Paolo Guerrero, while Sport Huancayo fielded players like Joel Pinto, Ricardo Salcedo, and Lucas Cano. The historical head-to-head between the two teams favors Alianza Lima, with 18 wins out of 39 matches.