Overview
- Universitario submitted paperwork to Peru’s Interior Ministry to secure Jan. 24, 2026 for Noche Crema at the Estadio Monumental and says the date will not move.
- Alianza Lima had targeted the same day for Noche Blanquiazul against Inter Miami in a match that could feature Lionel Messi.
- League and security norms in Lima discourage staging two large, high‑risk club events on the same day due to police capacity limits and public‑order concerns.
- Universitario’s filing increases the likelihood that authorities will require Alianza to shift its presentation to another date.
- Universitario is still negotiating its opponent for the event, with River Plate reported as one of three candidates and not yet confirmed.