Despite the fact that fans’ attention will mostly be focused on the internationals until the FIFA date, Liga 1 is not holding back the development of their 2023 season. This weekend the catch-up date 1 of the Apertura tournament will be played, the Alianza Lima, Universitario and Sporting Cristal You’ll see action with a big chance of taking first place in the table. The so-called big three of Peruvian football are battling at the top of the table thanks to their good start to the year.
The Creams didn’t get off to a good start, but they’ve managed to change course with a new coach and they already have three straight wins, most recently over ADT. The Light Blues remain unbeaten after beating Atlético Grau in their last game, while the Blue and Whites recently lost their first game on the pitch to Sport Huancayo after four consecutive wins.
What results do Alianza, Universitario and Cristal need?
Alianza Lima, Universitario and Sporting Cristal currently have 12 points in the table, one less than leaders Deportivo Garcilaso and César Vallejo. A little further behind are Cusco FC (sixth, also with 12 points) and Alianza Atlético and Carlos A. Mannucci (both with 10 points, seventh and eighth respectively).
The formula for any of the three Lima teams to become a solo leader is simple: win and hope everyone else in the top eight doesn’t win. For example, if Alianza wins, she will reach 15 points, which puts her yes or yes above the others (provided they don’t add up to three).
When do Alianza, Universitario and Cristal play?
The first to see the action will be the students who will receive Cienciano this Friday, March 24th at the Monumental Stadium. On Saturday 25th, the Bajo Pontinos will do the same against Cantolao at the Alberto Gallardo, while the Intimates will play against Atlético Grau at the Municipal de Bernal, Piura on Sunday 26th.
League 1 standings table 2023
This is how the position table of the opening tournament 2023 looks so far. Some clubs have already played seven games, others six and a final group just five due to the various rescheduling events that have impacted the tournament.