After the brawl generated after the clash between Santiago García and Dorlan Pabón, Alianza Lima did not react again and let Atlético Nacional take control of the match. Thus, when the clock marked the final minutes of the first half, Óscar Perea took advantage of a serious error by Yordi Vílchez to put 1-0 at the Atanasio Girardot stadium.
It seemed like a simple play in the defensive zone of the visitors, however, Vílchez complicated it when he shouldn't have, and Perea was there, attentive to steal the ball. The 17-year-old forward, who is getting his first minutes with the 'Verdolaga', was left one-on-one against Ángelo Campos and didn't fail.
The definition by the attacker born in Pereira was very good, as he didn't rush himself against the departure of the Alianza Lima goalkeeper. With calmness and as if he had all the time in the world, he got rid of Campos and the goal was empty for him to simply push the ball.
What's next for Alianza Lima after the 'Noche Verdolaga'
After this match for the 'Noche Verdolaga', Alianza Lima will return to the country to continue with their preseason work and arrive well-prepared for the start of the Apertura 2023 Tournament. In date 1, Guillermo Salas' team will face Atlético Grau as visitors.
The match between the 'Blanquiazules' and the northern team will be played next Sunday, January 22, starting at 1:00 p.m. in Piura. Being a city with a lot of heat, those from La Victoria will have a tough challenge if they want to start their path towards the tricampeonato on the right foot.
On the other hand, the date 2 of the Apertura was also confirmed. Alianza Lima will have the most interesting match of the round when they face Deportivo Municipal at the Alejandro Villanueva stadium. The match will be played next Saturday, January 28, starting at 3:30 p.m., where 'Chicho' Salas' team are clear favorites to take the victory.