Overview

• Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. local time on Wednesday at Estadio Alberto Gallardo, with broadcast on L1 Max.
• Sporting Cristal enter off a 3-2 defeat to Cusco FC, while Alianza Atlético fell 0-1 to Juan Pablo II after a short turnaround.
• Per Correo, Alianza Atlético target a response to stay in the Clausura top-eight picture under coach Gerardo Ameli.
• Rimense players Christofer Gonzáles and Irven Ávila said they plan to use home advantage to change the recent narrative.
• Sporting Cristal’s Sub-18 semifinal vs. FBC Melgar is confirmed for Sept. 17 at La Florida and Sept. 20 in Arequipa after a 6-0 quarterfinal win over UTC.