He broke the bad streak! Álex Valera , forward of Universitario de Deportes , scored the first goal of the match on matchday 7 of the 2023 Clausura Tournament. After several game weeks without scoring, the national forward took advantage of an error by Melgar 's goalkeeper, Carlos Cáceda, to put the 'Cremas' ahead.
After a VAR review for a possible penalty, the team from Arequipa retreated their game until they reached the goalkeeper, and it is there where Carlos Cáceda tried to clear the ball. However, Álex Valera, with fierce pressure, found the ball and faced the goal alone, scoring the goal for the 'Merengues'.
The substitute bench and the coaching staff celebrated the goal scored by the 'U' forward ecstatically. The coach, Jorge Fossati, congratulated his player and conveyed his confidence to him. The 'Merengues' fans erupted with joy at seeing their striker score and place the team at the top of the 2023 Clausura. A true celebration filled with emotion and happiness!
Melgar vs. Universitario de Deportes: what's next
After the match against Universitario, Melgar will have to focus on their next challenge. Their rival will be none other than César Vallejo, whom they will face on August 11th at 8:00 PM (Peruvian time) at the Mansiche Stadium, for matchday 8 of the 2023 Clausura of the Liga 1 Betsson.
It is necessary to mention that 'Dominó' is among the top three in the Clausura, only surpassed by Universitario and Sporting Cristal. Therefore, they must not neglect any detail and thus avoid giving an advantage to their rivals, who also aspire to the national title.
Universitario de Deportes, on the other hand, will prepare for the match against Binacional. The match will take place on August 12th, at 7:00 PM (Peruvian time), at the Monumental U Marathon Stadium, for matchday 8 of the 2023 Clausura of the Liga 1 Betsson. The 'Crema' team is among the top of the Clausura and their goal is to keep adding points to win it and increase their position in the Accumulated table.
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