Alianza Lima defeats CD Moquegua 1-0 in Clausura tournament

Alianza Lima secured a crucial 1-0 away victory against CD Moquegua during matchday 13 of the Torneo Clausura. The decisive moment arrived in the 87th minute when Argentine striker Alan Cantero scored with a header following a cross from Jairo Vélez.

The goal sparked significant controversy, leading to a lengthy VAR review to determine if the ball had fully crossed the goal line. After the technical review, the goal was validated, securing Alianza Lima's fourth consecutive win in the tournament. This result brings the team to 25 points, placing them fifth in the standings and just three points behind the leader, Sport Huancayo.

CD Moquegua, coached by José Soto, expressed frustration following the match. Soto argued that the game was balanced and should have ended in a draw, specifically questioning why the VAR focused on potential offside positions rather than verifying if the ball crossed the line. The loss leaves CD Moquegua in a difficult position regarding relegation concerns.