After losing the title of League 1 Against Universitario, Alianza Lima received a wave of criticism from its fans and the various media. Not only because of the game shown against the “U”, but also because of certain actions, such as the blackout of Alejandro Villanueva after referee Edwin Ordóñez whistled the end of the game. Following these incidents, José Sabogal and José Bellina will no longer remain at the club for 2024.
According to information from Líbero, following the impending departure of coach Mauricio Larriera, the sports manager of Alianza Lima, José Bellina, and the club’s administrator, José Sabogal, will also leave the blue and white team. This decision was made by the Meeting of creditors of Alianza Lima.
Likewise, they would not be the only administrators to leave the Victorian club. Said sports media also reported that marketing director Diego Montoya and press officer Nicolas Rey will not be there in 2024. Lima Alliance I will be aiming for a complete restructuring next season.
José Belllina and José Sabogal in the presentation by Mauricio Larriera. Photo: Diffusion
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What did Alianza Lima say about the power outage in Matute?
The blue and white team explained in a statement on its social networks why it turned off the lights on the Alejandro Villanueva field. Alianza points out that this decision was taken to “promote the rapid evacuation of the stands, thus preserving the integrity and safety of the public and sports delegations.”
Statement from Alianza Lima on the blackout. Photo: Alianza Lima
How was the order given to turn off the lights in Matute?
“In football everything is known in the end and when someone in a box starts shouting: ‘Call José, turn off the lights, call José, turn off the lights.’” They are there, they are silent and four people who are connected to the club, especially in public spaces, no matter how big the box may be,” explained sports commentator Diego Rebagliati to the “Al Angle” program.