Sporting Cristal

Peru

Coach：

Roberto Mosquera

Establishment Date：

1955

League Affiliation：

PER Liga 1

Stadium：

Estadio Alberto Gallardo

Seating Capacity：

18000

Team Info

tigerscores365 Sporting Cristal is one of Peru's most iconic and successful football clubs, based in the Rímac district of Lima and competing in the Peruvian Liga 1. The club's legendary home is the Estadio Alberto Gallardo, a fortress known as "La Celeste" for its sky-blue stands. Founded in 1955 by the Backus and Johnston brewery, the club's name and distinctive light-blue ("celeste") kit were inspired by the crystal clarity of the brewery's product. Cristal's history is one of excellence, defined by a commitment to attractive, offensive football. Their golden era in the 1990s, under coach Juan Carlos Oblitas, saw them dominate Peruvian football with stars like Jorge Hirano and Flavio Maestri, and achieve a historic runner-up finish in the 1997 Copa Libertadores. The modern era has maintained this standard, with Cristal consistently challenging for and winning league titles, most recently in the 2020 and 2022 seasons. The current squad, often blending talented youth academy products with experienced internationals, continues to play the stylish, possession-based "Cristal style." The fan base, known as "Los Celestes," is among the most passionate in Peru, creating an electrifying atmosphere. Sporting Cristal remains a symbol of footballing artistry and sustained success in Peruvian football.

Overview

Matches

Squad

Match Result

Competition

Time

Round

Home

Away

PER Liga 1

2026-07-26 09:00

FBC Melgar

Sporting Cristal

1-0

Copa Sudamericana

2026-07-23 08:30

Sporting Cristal

Red Bull Bragantino

0-0

PER Liga 1

2026-07-18 04:15

Sporting Cristal

Deportivo Garcilaso

0-0

Copa de la Liga

2026-07-12 04:30

Sporting Cristal

Bentin Tacna Heroica

0-1

Copa de la Liga

2026-06-28 04:15

Sporting Cristal

Deportivo Union Comercio

0-0

Copa de la Liga

2026-06-22 04:30

CD Estudiantil CNI

Sporting Cristal

0-0

Next Match

Copa Sudamericana 2026 2026/07/30

Red Bull Bragantino

08:30

Sporting Cristal

The Best Shooter

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Most Value Player

Santiago González

Uruguay

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Latest Transfers

Arrivals(12)

Flavio Alcedo

Aldair Vásquez

H. Caparó

Departures(14)

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Sporting Cristal Team Profile & Season Overview | PER Liga 1 2026

Discover everything about Sporting Cristal on Tiger Scores 365, including the latest team profile, season statistics, Sporting Cristal fixtures, Sporting Cristal results, Sporting Cristal standings, and player information for the PER Liga 1 2026. All team data is updated regularly from official competition records, helping fans stay informed throughout the season.

Founded in 1955, Sporting Cristal represents Peru in the PER Liga 1 and plays its home games at Estadio Alberto Gallardo, a venue with a seating capacity of 18000. Under the leadership of Roberto Mosquera, the club continues to compete across the current PER Liga 1 campaign.

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Standings

PER Liga 1 2026

Apertura

Clausura