Alianza Lima W 1–0 Sporting Cristal W
Peruvian Liga Femenina – 31 May 2026, 04:30 local time

Alianza Lima Edge Classic Clásico Femenino

In a fiercely contested edition of the Peruvian women's clásico, Alianza Lima defeated Sporting Cristal 1–0 at the Estadio Alejandro Villanueva. A solitary first‑half goal and a resolute defensive display ensured the home side claimed bragging rights and crucial points in the Liga Femenina title race.

Decisive Strike

Winger Gabriela Herrera scored the only goal of the match in the 27th minute. She collected a through ball from midfielder Sandra Arévalo, cut inside past two defenders, and fired a low shot into the far corner beyond the reach of goalkeeper Milagros Rodríguez.

Defensive Masterclass

Alianza’s back four, marshalled by centre‑back Miryam Tristán, absorbed heavy pressure after the break. Sporting Cristal controlled possession (61%) and created five corners, but could not breach the home defence. Goalkeeper Maryory Sánchez made three crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet.

Title Race Impact

The win lifted Alianza Lima into second place in the Liga Femenina standings, just two points behind leaders Universitario. Sporting Cristal remained in third, now five points adrift. The clásico victory also extended Alianza’s unbeaten home run to six matches, reinforcing their credentials as serious title contenders.