Overview
- Lapadula entered as a second-half substitute in Universitario’s 2-0 friendly win over Millonarios and his movement inside the box helped free José Rivera to score the second goal.
- Héctor Cúper chose a gradual integration for Lapadula, bringing him on around the 60th minute to protect fitness and ease him into the team’s tactical setup.
- After the match, Lapadula said he is happy to be at the club, that he wants to reach top physical condition and adapt quickly, and he thanked fans for a warm reception.
- Local reports state Lapadula agreed a two-season deal running through December 2027, though those contract details are reported by the club and not independently verified in the coverage.
- Lapadula is an Italo‑Peruvian forward with Peru national team experience, and his early link-up with teammates like Rivera raises expectations that he could boost Universitario’s attack once fully fit for competitive play.