Alianza Lima, Unión’s next rivals, lose to Independiente

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·11. Januar 2026

Alianza Lima, Unión’s next rivals, lose to Independiente

Independiente debuted with a 2-1 victory over Alianza Lima at the Parque Alfredo Víctor Viera Stadium in Montevideo, kicking off the Río de La Plata Series. The match, which was in doubt due to poor weather conditions, was ultimately played and left good impressions for Gustavo Quinteros' team.

The Peruvian side, who will be Unión's next opponent, took the lead thanks to a goal from Alan Cantero, but El Rojo responded in the second half. Matías Abaldo was key after coming on: he scored the equalizer with a free kick and then assisted Santiago Montiel, who netted the winning goal.

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Thus, Alianza Lima heads into the clash against Tatengue after a defeat, while Independiente started the year on the right foot in their first preseason friendly.

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