Fixture between Alianza Lima & Universidad de Chile is shaping to be one of those spectacles where recent results flies out the window. Kicking off
Alianza Lima’s been hot and cold, their displays swinging from inspired to head-scratching. Meanwhile, Universidad de Chile’s grinding through a slump, their defense looking porous.
Digging into past games, it’s a crapshoot. Alianza Lima’s had the upper hand lately, but footy’s got a nonexistent memory.
For what it’s worth: Both teams’ve got issues. Alianza Lima’s center park’s off-rhythm, while Universidad de Chile’s attack lacks a cutting edge.
Across the Copa Sudamericana, this matchup carries greater importance. The division’s battle for top spots means every outcome is crucial, and both teams know a statement win here could shift momentum in the standings. Recent form in the Copa Sudamericana suggests neither team can afford lapses, making this contest even more compelling.
But hey, there’s a feeling about this one—perhaps, it’s the matchup where somebody steps up.
Bottom line: This isn't just another game—it's unmissable football with implications at both ends of the table. Don't miss it.From the better box:
If you’re putting money on this one, here’s the no-bull take.
Alianza Lima at 2.3 to win feels tight given their inconsistencies in the Copa Sudamericana this term. Their underlying numbers suggest they’re riding luck — stats nerds would steer clear.
Universidad de Chile’s 3.6 line smells value, especially if their center forward (CF) shakes off his cold streak.
The smart money’ll likely target the Draw 2.6 — these derbies often play out tight, and pressure can stifle attacking flow.Alianza Lima: Guillermo Viscarra, Guillermo Enrique, Carlos Zambrano, Renzo Garces, Miguel Trauco, Alessandro Burlamaqui, Kevin Quevedo, Sergio Pena, Fernando Gaibor, Erick Castillo, Hernan Barcos
Universidad de Chile: Gabriel Castellon, Fabian Hormazabal, Franco Ezequiel Calderon, Matias Zaldivia, Maximiliano Guerrero, Marcelo Suarez, Javier Urzua, Charles Aranguiz, Matias Sepulveda, Nicolas Guerra, Lucas Assadi
Over the last meetings Alianza Lima holds wins - 3, losses - 1 and draws - 1. Universidad de Chile on the other hand ends the latest games with wins - 2, losses - 3 and draws - 0. Based on the games played a conclusion can be made that Alianza Lima currently is in better form, in comparison to Universidad de Chile.
Alianza Lima: Deportivo Garcilaso – (Loss 3:4), Universitario de Deportes – (Draw 0:0), Universidad Catolica – (Win 1:2), AD Tarma – (Win 3:1), Universidad Catolica – (Win 2:0).
Universidad de Chile: Colo-Colo – (Loss 0:3), Colo-Colo – (Loss 1:0), Audax Italiano – (Loss 1:3), Independiente – (Win 1:0), Union Espanola – (Win 4:1).Both contenders have moved to the quarterfinals while beating strong opponents along the way. In tournaments as Copa Sudamericana every match is meaningful which is why a great matchup awaits us.
