Overview
- An early own goal by Sergio Peña contributed to Alianza Lima’s 2-1 loss to Unión de Santa Fe in the Serie Río de la Plata.
- Stadium audio captured Pablo Guede urging Peña to drive the play forward, asking if Velásquez would do it if he did not.
- Guede told ESPN he does not get angry with players during matches and characterized the reprimand as part of his high-pressure coaching style.
- He reiterated having “zero problems” with Peña and praised him as a good player and lifelong aliancista.
- Peña posted a reflective message about resilience as Alianza assesses the squad after two preseason defeats and prepares to face Colo Colo in Montevideo.