Overview
- Kevin Quevedo ended a personal scoring drought by opening the match for Alianza Lima at 11 minutes on Sunday, his first official goal since last season.
- Atlético Grau responded late in the first half when Aldair Vásquez diverted a low cross to level the score at 1-1 in the 44th minute.
- Eryc Castillo regained the lead for Alianza in the second half with the match‑winning strike that sealed the 2-1 final result at Estadio de Matute.
- FBC Melgar’s 2-0 win over Deportivo Garcilaso on the same matchday tightened the Torneo Clausura table and made Sunday’s results more decisive for standings.
- The confirmed lineups and home advantage helped Alianza control much of the game and the win improves their position in the Clausura while increasing scrutiny on rivals and upcoming fixtures.