Universitario and Garcilaso lead Peruvian Torneo Clausura

The Peruvian Torneo Clausura 2026 saw significant shifts in the standings during matchday 6. Deportivo Garcilaso moved into provisional leadership with 13 points after a 4-1 victory over Cusco FC. Universitario de Deportes also reached 13 points following a 3-0 win against Los Chankas, placing them as co-leaders. Gianluca Lapadula was the standout performer for Universitario, scoring a brace and continuing a scoring streak that has seen him net four goals in six matches.

In other action, Alianza Lima drew 1-1 against FBC Melgar in Arequipa, a result that caused them to drop from the top of the table to 12 points. Meanwhile, Sport Boys prepared to face Cienciano at the Estadio Miguel Grau in Callao. The competitive landscape remains tight as teams vie for the top positions in the championship.