Despite the uncertainty surrounding Jorge Fossati's future at Universitario, the current League 1 champions are planning their pre-season preparations for 2024. A number of pre-season friendly matches are already planned for the top team. There are three confirmed meetings so far, one of which will take place abroad. Who are the rivals and when do they play?
Who are Universitario's rivals in friendlies?
The administrator of University student Jean Ferrari, confirmed that the student team will play two games in Peru and another in the United States. The first of them will be before theCesar Vallejo University in the well-known poets' night; while the second is before Atletico Nacional de Medellínin the Challenge of Champions. The third friendly match will take place on Noche Crema, where there is still no defined rival.
Universitario are the champions of Liga 1 2023 after winning the final against Alianza Lima. Photo: University
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When will the Universitarios play their pre-season friendlies?
Universitario's first appearance will take place next Wednesday, January 10, at the Mansiche Stadium in against the team led by Roberto MosqueraTrujillo. The second game is against Atlético Nacional and is scheduled for Sunday, January 14th at the DRV PNK Stadium inMiami. The schedule for both meetings has yet to be determined.
On the other hand, the official presentation of Universitario in Noche Crema will take place on Saturday, January 20, from 8:00 p.m. at the Monumental U Marathon Stadium.
University: Preseason games
- University vs. César Vallejo | 10. January
- University vs. national sport | January 14th
- Cream Night 2024 | January 20th
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When does League 1 start in 2024?
As reported by Professional Football League manager Jesús Gonzales, the 2024 season is theLeague 1 would begin on January 26th. The draw will take place in the coming weeks to determine the game plan.