Overview
- Liga 1 published the full Apertura and Clausura schedule, with analysis showing Alianza Lima and Sporting Cristal each slated for six away matches at altitude and Universitario for five, subject to venue changes by host clubs.
- CONMEBOL set Alianza Lima’s Copa Libertadores Phase 1 tie against Paraguay’s 2 de Mayo for February 4 and 11, with the first leg venue pending and the return confirmed at Estadio Alejandro Villanueva.
- 2 de Mayo coach Eduardo Ledesma downplayed Paolo Guerrero’s threat and said the pressure rests on Alianza, framing his team as having little to lose.
- Alianza signaled readiness to travel with a “Rival confirmed” post following the draw, as new coach Pablo Guede evaluates his squad in preseason while preparing for a congested start.
- Fixture breakdowns note Universitario has a heavier home slate including nine dates at the Monumental, while Cristal mirrors Alianza’s altitude burden and is listed with fewer home matches in the Apertura.