FBC Melgar Edges Out Alianza Lima in a Tight Match
Lima, Peru. FBC Melgar secured an important 2-1 victory over Alianza Lima in a matchday 13 fixture of the Peruvian Primera División Clausura Tournament.
The match was played at the Estadio Alejandro Villanueva and was characterized by intensity and excitement. The first goal came in the 31st minute thanks to a goal by J.P. Archimbaud, who took advantage of an assist from T. Martinez to put the visitors in the lead.
In the second half, Alianza Lima came out with more force and managed to equalize the match in the 53rd minute with a goal from J. D’Arrigo. However, FBC Melgar did not let themselves be intimidated and regained the lead in the 79th minute with a goal from C. Bordacahar.
The match was marked by midfield battles and constant fouls from both teams. Three yellow cards were given to FBC Melgar and three to Alianza Lima.
Despite the defeat, Alianza Lima maintained control of possession (57%), while FBC Melgar managed to generate more scoring opportunities (7 shots, 4 on target).
With this victory, FBC Melgar solidifies its position in the top of the standings, while Alianza Lima will have to rethink its strategy for the coming weeks.
Substitutions alianza lima: at minute 46 J. D’Arrigo came in and C. Cabellos went out., at minute 46 C. Neira came in and R. Garces went out., at minute 65 M. Succar came in and Paolo Guerrero went out., at minute 65 H. Barcos came in and P. Sabbag went out., at minute 73 A. Arregui came in and G. Aguirre went out.
Substitutions fbc melgar: at minute 46 K. G. Cabrera Nakamura came in and J. P. Archimbaud went out., at minute 68 A. Arias came in and T. Martinez went out., at minute 68 J. Caceres came in and P. Lavandeira Hernandez went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Alianza Lima
FBC Melgar
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