It crossed borders. After Alianza Lima's triumph against Ayacucho in the penultimate date of the Clausura Tournament, all the spotlights were focused on Hernán Barcos' performance. In an unusual end of the match, the blanquiazul team suffered the expulsion of goalkeeper Ángelo Campos and, with no available substitutions, the 'Pirate' decided to put on gloves in injury time.
What happened at the Ciudad de Cumaná stadium not only generated praise among the victorian fans, but also the international press expressed their opinion on the matter and dedicated a couple of covers to the experienced striker.
"Pirate's Show: Hernán Barcos scored and then put on gloves making a 'Cevallos' (former LDU de Quito goalkeeper)! The ex 9 of The League had a match that will go down in history, as he gave Alianza Lima the victory and shone as a goalkeeper," mentioned the portal Futbolecuador.com.
International press reaction to Hernán Barcos. Photo: Twitter screenshot
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Another one who spoke out about the forward's performance was the Turkish media Latin Tribune, which highlighted his change of position and his goal. On the other hand, the Argentine newspaper Diario Olé praised his compatriot's performance with the headline: "Barcos did it all: the goal and as a goalkeeper".
International press reaction to Hernán Barcos. Photo: web capture/Diario Olé
International press reaction to Hernán Barcos. Photo: Twitter screenshot
It should be noted that the three points against the 'Zorros' leave the 'íntimos' 90 minutes away from winning the Clausura Tournament - they occupy first place with 39 points - and with possibilities of reaching the final directly by being second in the accumulated table.
Standings - Clausura Tournament
Alianza Lima's Performance in the Accumulated Table
Accumulated table of Liga 1 after Alianza Lima's victory. Photo: capture