Como o jogo se desenhou

The first half started evenly, but the visitor was the first to score, with Ariel Muñoz taking advantage of a chance inside the area at 31 minutes. The reaction from América de Cali came before the interval: Daniel Valencia found the back of the net at 44 minutes, pushing the score to 1-1. At the start of the second half, the Colombian team maintained the pressure and, at 55 minutes, Yeison Guzmán extended the lead, securing the definitive advantage that lasted until the final whistle.

Match Highlights

In addition to the scorers, the collective performance was decisive. América de Cali controlled most of the ball possession (63%) and was superior in aerial duels (13 out of 17 disputed). The visitor, despite creating few opportunities, showed efficiency in finishing by scoring the first goal, but failed to convert the two clear chances they had throughout the match.

What the Numbers Say

The statistics reveal a clear dominance by the Colombians: 450 successful passes versus 229 by the Peruvians, and 66% of long passes successfully completed (37 out of 56). The Cali team was also more effective in crosses (21% of 14) and entries into the final zone (73 against 37). Despite creating four great chances, América de Cali converted two, while Alianza Atlético wasted the two they had. The balance of duels (57% to 43%) and superiority in ground duels (41 out of 77) reinforce the more consistent performance.

What Changes Now

With the win, América de Cali adds four points and takes the lead in Group A, pressuring rivals in the next rounds. Alianza Atlético, on the other hand, remains with one point, needing positive results to not fall behind in the fight for qualification. Both clubs already have upcoming commitments: Cali faces the next opponent at home, while Alianza travels to seek recovery away from home.