Headache is over for José del Solar

In the absence of Carlos Lobatón due to injury and the suspensions of Mauricio Viana and Renzo Garcés for failing the anti-doping regulations, the coach of Sporting Cristal had to reshuffle the team that will face Melgar tomorrow in Arequipa. And he succeeded.

-Carlos Grados: "I will take advantage of my opportunity in Sporting Cristal"

'Chemo' took advantage of Thursday's training session to make changes and define the team that will start against the rojinegros. The main novelty in Sporting Cristal will be the presence of Diego Ifrán.

The Uruguayan forward overcame his injury last Tuesday and will play from the start in the 'White City'. Despite his recent recovery, 'Rocky' has responded to the demands of Sporting Cristal's coaching staff and has gained the trust of the coach to start the game.

The attacker will return to his position as a 'number 9' and will replace Irven Ávila, who will remain as a starter on the left wing in Sporting Cristal.

The inclusion of Diego Ifrán is a decision made by Del Solar, who days ago assured that the forward will have the opportunity to redeem himself in Sporting Cristal.

However, the 'charrúa' will not be alone. Barring any inconveniences, the 'cervecero' team will play with Carlos Grados in goal; Renzo Revoredo, Jorge Cazulo, Luis Abram, and Jair Céspedes in defense; Josepmir Ballón and Frank Ysique in midfield; Joel Sánchez, Gabriel Costa, and Irven Ávila in the midfield; while Diego Ifrán will play up front in Sporting Cristal.

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Chemo's idea is to end Sporting Cristal's bad streak of three consecutive away defeats. It all depends on them.

Pedro Aquino and Luis Advíncula are already training with Lobos BUAP

- Diario El Bocón (@elbocononline) 22 June 2017