Alianza Lima had a promising start to the Clausura after beating Atlético Grau 2-0 at the National Stadium. Those led by Guillermo Salas It only took them a few minutes to progress up the scoreboard.
In the 6th minute, Hernán Barcos was responsible for scoring the first goal of the game with a penalty that had to be retaken. At the first opportunity, the Pirata’s shot was saved by goalkeeper Raúl Fernández; However, referee Bruno Pérez ordered a new attempt after a white player entered the field.
The Argentinian attacker didn’t let this new opportunity pass him by, ending 1-0 for the Blue and white. That goal also made Barcos the top foreign goalscorer in Alianza Lima history with 38 goals, beating Rosinaldo Lopes’ 37.
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Atlético Grau pushed their ranks in search of a tie and with the game getting closer to a draw they scored the second goal of the half in the 27th minute. Jairo Concha was responsible for increasing the blue and white lead, entering the penalty area after a pass from Barcos and defining Fernández’s near post.
undefeated. Hernán Barcos took all his penalties wearing the Alianza Lima shirt. Photo: spread
In the plug-in, Daniel Ahmed’s team didn’t give up and fought for a tee shot on the scoreboard; However, the hosts’ defense and Campos’ involvement under the three sticks prevented the Piura side from scoring.
With this result, Alianza Lima started the Clausura in a great way after reaching the top of the table. The familiars will have to put local competition aside for the time being as they take on Athletico Paranaense in the group stage of the Copa Libertadores in Brazil this Tuesday, in which the blue-and-whites seek their pass to the South Americans.
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Did you know…
Gigantic. Alianza Lima emerged victorious from all home duels in Liga 1 2023 with ten wins. The last time they lost at home in the Peru tournament was in September 2022 against the “U”.