Sporting Cristal seeks equalizer against Universitario de Deportes
Sporting Cristal is seeking the equalizer against Universitario de Deportes by all means. However, they have goalkeeper Carlos Cáceda standing in their way, who is having a good game. Before the 25th minute, the goalkeeper prevented two opportunities to score.
In the 23rd minute, forward Irven Ávila was able to shoot after a combination with Gabriel Costas. His shot was destined for the net. But the 'Panther' used his hand to block the ball.
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One minute later, Sporting Cristal had another clear chance with Jorge Cazulo. 'Piqui', with a half turn, shot towards the goal. The ball ended up in the hands of the goalkeeper to the delight of the merengue fans.
Universitario de Deportes is looking for a mistake from the celestes to increase their lead in the National Stadium. That is how they scored their first goal. They recovered the ball under pressure and Alberto Quintero scored with a cross shot.
If this result is confirmed, Pedro Troglio's team will reach UTC and Real Garcilaso in the first position of the standings. If Cristal manages to come from behind, they will be two points behind the leaders.
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