Overview
- Alianza Lima and FBC Melgar finished 2–2 at Matute in Clausura matchday 17, a result that complicates Melgar’s push for the 2026 Copa Libertadores and dents Alianza’s bid for the Peru 2 berth.
- Melgar coach Juan Reynoso decried the refereeing and VAR as unjust and recurring problems, capped by a terse press appearance and a heated exchange with Néstor Gorosito.
- Paolo Guerrero said he respected Reynoso’s view but insisted Alianza were superior over 95 minutes and accused Melgar of dropping deep and running down the clock.
- Ex-international Reimond Manco criticized Gorosito’s selections, especially pairing Sergio Peña with Fernando Gaibor, questioned the team’s game model, and suggested complacency after the coach’s contract renewal.
- Reynoso remains under contract with Melgar through December 2026, has at least secured Copa Sudamericana participation, and is mapping medium-term plans that include possible overseas friendlies.