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Universitario edges out Cesar Vallejo in a thrilling match
Universitario de Deportes defeated Cesar Vallejo 1-0 in a thrilling match played at the Estadio Monumental in Lima. The only goal of the game came in the 9th minute thanks to a great finish from W. Riveros, assisted by A. Polo.
Despite the early lead, the match was full of emotions and alternatives. Cesar Vallejo tried to find an equalizer, but the Universitario defense was solid and managed to control the game to a large extent.
The statistics reflect Universitario’s dominance: 44% possession, 9 shots (4 on target, 5 off target), 8 corners, and 9 fouls. Cesar Vallejo, on the other hand, had 56% possession, 2 shots (1 on target, 1 off target), 3 corners, and 13 fouls.
The match was marked by yellow cards shown to two Cesar Vallejo players: A. Deneumostier (36′) and Y. Mena (73′).
With this victory, Universitario adds three important points to their journey towards the top of the table. Cesar Vallejo, on the other hand, will have to improve their performance if they want to aspire to qualifying positions.
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Substitutions cesar vallejo: at minute 64 E. Benitez came in and O. Noronha went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Universitario
Titulares:
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