Carlos Zambrano’s return to the ownership of Alianza Lima went in the best of ways: the blue and whites returned 3-1 against Unión Comercio and were level with Universitario and Sporting Cristal at the top of the Clausura tournament. At the end of the game, the “Emperor” spoke about the fight for the national title and issued a warning to his direct competitors.
“We are worried about what we are doing. Five days ago we were 6.7 points behind the leader. We want the direct title,” he said when asked about the three-way tie at the top.
Likewise, the veteran defender spoke about the injury he suffered and his absence from the Peruvian team in the recent double date of the 2026 qualifiers.
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“I’m happy to play the 90th minute after my injury. I missed being on the field. There is still a long way to go before the Peruvian team plays. If I get to be there, I will be proud,” he concluded.
What games does Alianza Lima still have to play in the Clausura tournament?
- Date 14: Alianza Lima rests
- Date 15: Carlos Mannucci vs. Lima Alliance
- Date 16: Lima Alliance vs. Melgar
- Date 17: Binational vs. Lima Alliance
- Date 18: Lima Alliance vs. ADT
- Date 19: Deportivo Garcilaso vs. Lima Alliance
When is the next Alianza Lima game?
Alianza Lima will rest on the next date of the Clausura tournament. In this way, the familiar will be in action again on Sunday September 24th at the Mansiche Stadium against Carlos Mannucci.
Clausura tournament rankings
Sporting Cristal, Universitario and Alianza Lima are tied at the top of the Clausura tournament.