Cusco FC Crushes Alianza Atlético Sullana 4-1 in Liga 1 Thriller

Cusco FC put on an attacking masterclass at the Estadio Garcilaso de la Vega, thrashing Alianza Atlético Sullana 4-1 on July 19, 2026, in a Peruvian Liga 1 encounter. The hosts' fluid movement and clinical finishing proved too much for a disjointed Sullana side.

Match Overview

From the opening exchanges, Cusco showed their intent. They pressed aggressively and moved the ball quickly, creating chances at will. Alianza Atlético struggled to cope with the pace and creativity of the home attackers, and the scoreline could have been even larger.

Key Moments

• 8th minute: Cusco took an early lead. A neat one-two on the edge of the box allowed Jorge Ramírez to curl a shot into the top corner from 20 yards.
• 22nd minute: The lead was doubled when Miguel Ángel Paredes headed home from a corner kick, towering over his marker.
• 35th minute: Alianza Atlético pulled one back against the run of play. A long ball forward was misjudged by the Cusco defense, allowing Luis Herrera to lob the advancing goalkeeper.
• 45+2 minute: Just before halftime, Cusco restored their two-goal cushion. A sweeping counterattack ended with Diego Quispe finishing from a tight angle.
• 68th minute: The rout was completed by substitute Kevin Sandoval, who smashed home from the edge of the area after a corner was cleared only partially.

Standout Performers

Jorge Ramírez was the orchestrator, scoring one and setting up another with his vision and passing. Miguel Ángel Paredes was a threat from set pieces and dominant in the air. For Alianza Atlético, Luis Herrera was a lone bright spot with his goal and tireless running.

Table Impact

Cusco FC's emphatic win moves them into the top four of the Peruvian Liga 1 standings, strengthening their push for a continental berth. Alianza Atlético Sullana remains in the relegation zone, now having conceded 12 goals in their last three matches. The result also extends Cusco's home winning streak to six games.