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Alianza Lima Intensify Preseason Under Guede, Trial Chávez at No. 6 After Uruguay Tour

The focus shifts to a high-profile presentation versus Inter Miami ahead of a Jan. 30 league debut.

Overview

  • Players described the workload under Pablo Guede as the most demanding of their careers after returning from the Serie Río de La Plata in Uruguay.
  • Center-back Gianfranco Chávez said he has completed four training sessions as a No. 6 as the staff evaluates him in defensive midfield.
  • Guede aims to leverage Chávez’s clean passing and defensive coverage to strengthen the team’s buildup through the middle.
  • Winger Eryc Castillo said last season’s failures are being left behind and praised the growing cohesion with recent signings.
  • Alianza will present its squad in the Noche Blanquiazul against Inter Miami at Estadio Alejandro Villanueva before opening Liga 1 versus Sport Huancayo on Jan. 30 at 12:00 p.m.