Cusco snatches a narrow victory over Universitario in a thrilling encounter
Cusco emerged victorious against Universitario with a 1-0 scoreline in a captivating match played at the Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega. Cusco dominated the possession throughout the match, demonstrating their control over the game.
In the 37th minute, Universitario took the lead through a goal by S. Portocarrero, who capitalized on a well-crafted play to put his team ahead. However, Cusco remained undeterred and responded with vigor in the second half.
J. Tevez equalized in the 72nd minute, with a powerful strike that left the opposing goalkeeper helpless. The match reached its pinnacle of excitement in the 90th minute when Tevez’s goal was ruled out for offside.
Despite Universitario’s persistent efforts in the closing stages, Cusco held on to secure the victory.
The win allows Cusco to climb the standings in the Peruvian Primera División.
Statistics:
* Cusco: 69% possession, 15 shots (4 on target, 5 off target), 6 corners, 13 fouls, 2 yellow cards, 0 red cards.
* Universitario: 31% possession, 11 shots (2 on target, 5 off target), 3 corners, 7 fouls, 3 yellow cards, 0 red cards.
Match Details:
* Date: August 20, 2024
* City: Cusco
* Stadium: Estadio Inca Garcilaso de la Vega
* Referee: Bruno Perez, Peru
* League: Primera División
* Season: 2024
* Round: Clausura – 8
* Country: Peru
Substitutions universitario: at minute 24 C. Olivares came in and J. Rivera went out., at minute 75 E. Flores came in and G. Costa went out., at minute 83 A. Rojas came in and J. Concha went out., at minute 83 H. Ancajima came in and M. Perez went out.
Substitutions cusco: at minute 60 R. Fernandez came in and M. Aucca went out., at minute 71 J. Tevez came in and J. Zevallos went out., at minute 78 P. Cardenas came in and L. Ramos went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Cusco
Universitario
Titulares:
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