Overview

• The first leg in Lima finished 0-0, featuring a VAR-overturned goal by Fernando Gaibor and a red card to Carlos Zambrano.
• The return match is scheduled for Thursday, September 25 in Coquimbo behind closed doors, kicking off at 7:30 p.m. Peru time (9:30 p.m. local).
• Multiple journalists, including César Merlo and Gerson Cuba, report that Néstor Gorosito has agreed a one-year extension with Alianza Lima.
• Ex-international Reimond Manco advised prioritizing experienced players for the decisive cup fixture, saying that hierarchy should prevail in these matches.
• Chilean outlet RedGol, as cited by Libero, indicates Paolo Guerrero could be available for the second leg, a return that has not been officially confirmed.