Overview
- An on-field confrontation between Hernán Barcos and Alianza Lima coach Pablo Guede occurred at Estadio Alberto Gallardo and has been widely reported by national outlets.
- Barcos says he approached to greet Emiliano Papa, that Guede refused a handshake and insulted him, and he denies claims that he insulted Guede’s wife.
- Guede has publicly called for the truth to come out while commentators such as Reimond Manco have questioned the credibility of both versions.
- Peru coach Mano Menezes confirmed he witnessed the incident, said he saw things he did not like, and urged each person to assume responsibility without naming who was at fault.
- Alianza Lima is continuing match preparations and will travel to Andahuaylas with Jairo Vélez in the squad, and no formal club or league discipline has been reported so far.