Alianza Lima won 2-1 against César Vallejo in their first game in Liga 1 2024. The team from Trujillo surprised by taking the lead with both goals Oscar Barreto after a mistake at the beginning of the intimate line-up. But with goals from Cecilio Waterman, who dedicated the game to Luis Tejada after his sensitive death this Sunday, January 28, and Catriel Cabellos, the students of Restrepo got their first three points.
YOU CAN SEE: Alianza Lima won on his debut! 2-1 win against Vallejo at the National Stadium
The National Stadium witnessed a truly impressive game with chances for both sides and even a few sending offs against Arregui and Madrid. As with any football game, there are aspects to analyze. Which are?
Alianza Lima and its weakness in defense
One of the areas where there was improvement for the blue and white team was the defensive line. The first goal of Cesar Vallejo is the best example of this. One more time, Jiovany Ramoswho had already shown a certain uncertainty when going out with the ball in pre-season, made a huge mistake that resulted in the team's first goal.
Jiovany Ramos continues to fail to impress in Alianza Lima. Photo: X/Alianza Lima.
The three-man defense formed by Restrepo occasionally suffered from the arrival of Trujillo's team during the 90 minutes. Although Juan Pablo Freytes was one of the frontrunners, his most outstanding performance was when he climbed into the attack. For this reason, it is necessary for the familiar to improve defensively in the next game against Alianza Atlético de Sullana.
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Alianza Lima's ability to respond to adversity
Just as there were some weaknesses in defense, the Blue-Whites' attack showed a different side. Cabellos, who scored a great goal and played a great game, was one of the key players in the victory at the National Stadium. In the same way, Aquariusone of the most criticized players upon his arrival, showed once again that he will be very helpful to Hernán Barcos.
Another aspect worth highlighting was the ability to react after Vallejo's first goal. Alianza Lima immediately seized the ball and shot in front of José Carvallo's goal, who made several impressive saves, but they were not enough to withstand the Blue and White's advance.
Watch Catriel Cabellos' amazing goal in Alianza Lima's victory
Cabellos was one of Alianza Lima's bets for 2024. The young player, who arrived from Racing, impressed in his first game for Liga 1 2024. Not only was he one of the figures, but he also scored a great goal that was – easily – as Goal could be selected the date.
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When is the next Alianza Lima game?
The next day, Alianza Lima will face Alianza Atlético de Sullana at the Campeones del 36 Municipal Stadium. The duel will take place next Sunday, February 4th, from 2:00 p.m