Alianza Lima’s 2-0 win over Atlético Grau not only marked the close friends’ good start to the Clausura tournament, but also marked the return of Jairo Concha with great performances and an impact on the result. The Allianz midfielder put in a great performance against the Albos, showing one of his best sides as he was the driver for Guillermo Salas’ side. The “10” scored after a long time and converted a penalty.
After the end of the game, the midfielder made explanations and expressed relief that he had scored again, something he had failed to do in the opening tournament.
“I was denied the goal throughout the Apertura and luckily it happened tonight. It’s a pleasure to start last season on the right foot. I think if we want to be champions of this tournament, we also have to go out and make suggestions.” And luckily we take the triumph with our people,” said Concha in front of the cameras of Liga 1 Max.
YOU CAN SEE: Alianza Lima has reduced his squad: Lavandeira and the other players who won’t be in the Clausura
On the other hand, Jairo Concha referred to the fight for the national title, pointing out that Alianza Lima must win all League 1 matches to win the championship without having to play a final.
“Of course we know that the overall table is also important. If we want to win the championship without playing in the final, we have to propose to all players to win this tournament,” said the blue and white midfielder.
Alianza Lima reduced their squad for the Clausura tournament, losing 4 players
For the final tournament, Alianza Lima slightly reduced their roster, losing four players who cannot compete for the three-time championship.
Among the small club’s most sensitive losses is the departure of Pablo Lavandeira, who severed ties with the blue and white team and joined Melgar de Arequipa. The other three competitors were loaned out.
Next match of Alianza Lima in League 1
The next match in the Clausura tournament will be played against Deportivo Municipal on the second date of the tournament, which corresponds to Liga 1 2023. The game between City Councilors and Blue and Whites will take place on Saturday 1 July.