dailyloe.com – Pablo Guede spoke moments before the match between Alianza Lima and Sporting Cristal in Liga 1’s Apertura Tournament on May 9, 2026.
Guede emphasized that Alianza’s current standing means little without a victory over Cristal at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium. The team aims to secure three crucial points in their championship pursuit.
He stated, “Everything you said is very good, but we need to win. All of that is seen at the end of the season.” Guede acknowledged the importance of the upcoming matches, noting the difficulty of the remaining four games.
He highlighted the team’s intense preparation, saying, “As every week, working hard, preparing the match with a lot of intensity.”
Regarding the classic match against Sporting Cristal, he remarked that such games are unique, stating, “These are classics that do not matter how anyone comes in the standings.” He believes the outcome depends on focus and execution.
At the time, Alianza Lima led the league with 32 points, while Sporting Cristal was in 13th place with 15 points.
Guede also discussed Paolo Guerrero’s recovery, noting that Guerrero returned to full training before the match against Cristal. He confirmed that Alan Cantero would not be available for selection due to an injury.
“On Wednesday, he joined us for a bit, Thursday for more, and he was fine. Yesterday he trained fully and is recovered,” Guede said about Guerrero. He added that Cantero was given an extra week for recovery.
Alianza Lima approached the match with confidence, having favorable results and a lead in the standings, recognizing the importance of every remaining point.
