The technical director of Junior de Barranquilla, Arturo Reyes, commented on the friendly match against Alianza Lima in the 'Tarde Blanquiazul' and indicated that the feelings have been correct despite the defeat and will serve for the Liga BetPlay, although he surprised by expressing regret.
However, the Colombian strategist also made it clear that they have not shown their best version against the Peruvian champion because they had only four training sessions.
"With four training sessions, we took the risk of facing the Peruvian champion and I think the first half did not go as I had thought," he explained.
And regarding the course of the game at Estadio de Matute, Arturo Reyes stated that he is aware that things did not go well in the first half, but they improved in the second half.
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DT de Junior spoke about the possible arrival of JuanFer Quintero
Finally, Arturo Reyes turned the page on the match against Alianza Lima and spoke about the possible arrival of Juan Fernando Quintero to Junior, stating that, if it happens, it would be a plus because he is a national team player. "He is a player of category, of the national team, he has what we are looking for in the team," he said.
Alianza Lima: debut in Liga 1
Alianza Lima will debut in Liga 1 2023 on Sunday, January 22, when the Blanquiazules face Atlético Grau de Piura as visitors. The match is scheduled to start at 13:00 local time.