Alianza Lima defeated Sporting Cristal 1-0 with a goal from Hernán Barcos in the first national final. However, at 75 minutes, the referee disallowed a goal from Marcos Riquelme after considering Johan Madrid offside, who had previously passed the ball to the Argentine striker. The play generated a lot of controversy, so much so that the goalkeeper of Sporting Cristal, Alejandro Duarte, expressed his annoyance with the play.
“Incredible how, being so well positioned, the linesman calls offside,” was the message from the Peruvian goalkeeper in a story posted on his Instagram account.
Duarte's story. Photo: screenshot
When will the other final Alianza Lima vs. Sporting Cristal be played?
The second final of the Liga 1 Betsson will be played next Sunday, November 28th at the Estadio Nacional.
YOU CAN SEE: Disturbances and crowds among Alianza Lima fans outside Estadio Nacional
What time will the final Alianza Lima vs. Sporting Cristal be played?
According to the organization's schedule, the match between the celestial and blanquiazules will start at 3:00 p.m. (Peruvian time).
Which channel will broadcast the final Alianza Lima vs. Cristal?
Gol Peru has the rights in Peruvian territory, while in Latin America it will be broadcast through the signal of Gol TV. In addition, Star Plus will broadcast the final through its streaming platform for Latin America, except for Peru.
How is the champion of the Liga 1 defined?
Just like in the 2019 and 2020 finals, the team that earns the most points in a two-match series will lift the title. In case of a tie in points, the team that scores the most goals will win the Liga 1 2021 trophy. There is no away goal in this series.