Overview
- RPP-linked reports relayed by local outlets say Alianza Lima and Inter Miami have an agreement in principle for Noche Blanquiazul 2026, with final signatures still outstanding.
- L1Max and Perú21 report that, if confirmed, Lionel Messi would lead Inter Miami’s delegation in what would be his second club appearance in Lima after a January 2025 friendly.
- Organizers favor the Estadio Nacional over Matute for capacity; promoter André Prada of Sound Music Entertainment says permits are filed and warns Universitario may need to move its Noche Crema date.
- On the field, Alianza drew 2-2 with Melgar at Matute after Renzo Garcés scored at 90+6, a result that slowed Alianza’s push to second in the accumulated table despite Paolo Guerrero’s rebound goal.
- Separately, Depor reports coach Juan Reynoso is planning a 2026 overhaul at Melgar, seeking to release foreign players Pier Barrios, Lautaro Guzmán and Gregorio Rodríguez to free roster slots.