“Dad’s Afternoon” was a party that found its greatest expression at the end of the game when Cienciano Deportivo beat Magallanes 3-1.
The Imperials have pulled off a win that motivates them to take on League 1 and the Copa Sudamericana. Leonel Álvarez’s debut as the brand new manager of the Imperial team was acceptable.
It wasn’t easy to turn the score against them from the 13th minute of the game. Striker Flores used a defensive error to take the lead 1-0. The Chilean team was a tough rival. The Reds had a good test.
Thus came the moment for Jean Deza, who once again demonstrated his speedy play down the left flank. However, the centers executed by him did not find the strikers.
Quintero was another element that stood out in Cienciano’s presentation. “Pana” scored the equalizer in the 78th minute and also showed that he will be very useful in attack.
When he himself joined Carando and Deza, there were good football combinations that could bring good results in the future.
Coach Leonel Álvarez ordered seven changes. Exactly one of them, Rodrigo Rodríguez from Arequipa, turned the goal around in the 91st minute with a powerful shot into the opponent’s space.
The Heights began playing against the Chileans, who began to pull back the ranks and give the fresh, red-clad players freedom of play.
Kevin Sandoval sealed victory in the 93rd minute of the international friendly with a good touch against visiting goalkeeper Rodríguez.
Inca Garcilaso de la Vega’s stadium wasn’t packed with people, but those who did enjoyed a dance and orchestra show from midday, kicking off a great afternoon. At Cienciano they know there is more work to be done but for now the fans went home hoping for a good year in 2023.v