Thanks to the performance, Universitario de Deportes achieved a narrow victory against Atlético Grau Jose Rivera in the last minutes of the duel. The popular “Tunche” ended a great collective game and allowed the Creams to take their second victory in the 2024 Liga 1 Apertura tournament. After what happened at the Monumental, Raymond Manco He was encouraged to reveal the difficult moment that the Merengue striker experienced a few years ago Labor union.
What happened to José Rivera in the Unión Comercio?
While we're talking about the gift of scorers Alex Valera and Diego Dorregaray, the 33-year-old midfielder, praised his former teammate and highlighted the efforts he made during his career.
“(…) The 'Tunche' in what belongs to him. He is a boy who has always earned his things. I remember giving the boy a pair of sneakers because he comes from a very simple family. There was exploitation in the trade.” “Someone who worked somewhere else earned more than him from several first-class games,” he said on the program “Cojo y manco”.
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Likewise, “Jotita” mentioned the importance of “Tunche” for the change in thinking that coach Fabián Bustos sought to get the three points.
“Now that he's in the 'U' he knows how to take advantage of the opportunities he has. Still, I think the 'U' as a team knows what he's playing for.” Bustos’ rethinking was very good because it had been complicated for him.” he concluded.
Message from “Tunche” Rivera after the Universitario triumph
After scoring against Atlético Grau de Ángel Comizzo, José Rivera took to social media to celebrate his team's victory.
“Persistence can turn failure into extraordinary achievement! Always united. Let’s achieve more,” the shooter posted on his Instagram account.
Contribution from José Rivera after Universitario's victory. Photo: Instagram/José Rivera.
How many goals does “Tunche” Rivera have in Universitario?
Jose Rivera He came to the Universitario de Deportes in 2023 from Carlos Mannucci. Although he is not the undisputed starter, he has managed to score 4 goals and provide 2 assists in 32 games played since his arrival.
José Rivera became national champion in 2023 with the Universitario de Deportes. Photo: La Republica.
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Which teams did Jose Rivera play on?
Before joining the current League 1 champions, José Rivera played football for several provincial clubs.
- labor union
- Cusco FC
- Carlos Mannucci
- University of Sports.
The next university game
Universitario will play against Alianza Lima this Saturday, February 10, in the third matchday of the Liga 1 Apertura tournament. The Peruvian football classic will be played in the national stadium from 8:00 p.m. (local time).
League 1 table
Thanks to victories against Carlos Mannucci (4-0) and Atlético Grau, Universitario is at the top of the Apertura tournament. The Creams share this spot with Alianza Lima, Sporting Cristal and Sport Huancayo.