Universitario beat Carlos Mannucci 4-0 at the Mansiche Stadium and now shares the lead in the 2024 Apertura tournament with Sporting Cristal as they were tied on points (3) and goal difference (+4). The team around Fabián Bustos won its first win of the year and the fans are dreaming of a double championship in the year of the 100th anniversary. Although the “U” liked it, scored and won, it revealed some flaws that make you wonder if it will be enough for a new title.
University and its effectiveness
Before the debut in League 1, university He played three friendly matches which ended in a draw. In contrast to these duels, the “U” achieved greater effectiveness in the game against the Trujillo team. With the entry of Jairo Concha into the starting line-up, the Meringues created several goal-scoring situations. The former Alianza Lima footballer even assisted on the Creams' second goal, after a great pass to Edison Flores.
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Although Concha excelled in midfield, “Orejas” managed up front. The Peru national team is becoming the team's top scorer, scoring his third goal of the year in 2023 after scoring against Atlético Nacional and Coquimbo Unidos. The former Monarcas footballer aims to be one of the leaders in the attack and the one who scores important goals.
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University student and his doubts about the defense
Although Universitario didn't concede any goals against Carlos Mannucci, the few times they were in danger were due to defensive errors. The back three of Aldo Corzo, Williams Riveros and Matías Di Benedetto had some inattention. In addition, the Carlist team's attackers were not very sharp in front of the goal and made poor decisions in front of the goal. In addition, Sebastián Britos looked confident in goal, which gave the defense more confidence, which improved as the minutes went by.
Considering what is still left to play in the 1st League, Universitario's defense still needs to improve when it comes to exits and retreats, as “Hierarquía” was badly stopped on the counterattack by Mannucci. Let's remember that on this first date Sporting Cristal showed that it plays more effectively and faster.
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How was the game University vs. Carlos Mannucci?
On the occasion of its 100th anniversary, the Universitario has begun its journey in the best way. The current League 1 champions beat Carlos Mannucci 4-0 in Trujillo thanks to goals from Dorregaray, Flores, Polo and Calcaterra.
When is the next Universitario game?
After the game against Carlos Mannucci in the Mansiche, Universitario now hosts Atlético Grau in the Monumental Stadium. This match for date 2 of the 2024 Apertura tournament will be played on Saturday, February 3, from 8:00 p.m.