Alianza Lima and Universitario face off in Peruvian football classic

Alianza Lima and Universitario de Deportes are set to face each other this Saturday, September 12, in a decisive Peruvian football classic for the ninth round of the Torneo Clausura. The match will take place at the Estadio Alejandro Villanueva (Matute) starting at 8:00 p.m.

Universitario currently holds second place in the standings with 17 points, trailing the leader Deportivo Garcilaso by two points. Alianza Lima sits in eighth place with 13 points and is looking to break a recent period of irregular form, having gone three matches without a victory.

Historically, the rivalry is closely contested. While Alianza Lima holds a slight edge in total official victories, Universitario has been dominant in recent encounters, remaining undefeated in their last eight meetings against Alianza.

Team news includes potential tactical shifts for both sides. Alianza Lima, managed by Pablo Guede, is evaluating the inclusion of Kevin Quevedo following his recent apologies to the squad. Universitario, led by Héctor Cúper, may see the return of captain Aldo Corzo and Jorge Murrugarra to the starting lineup.