Club Alianza Lima defeated Comerciantes Unidos 2-1 in their Liga 1 Apertura match on February 8, 2026, at the Estadio Alejandro Villanueva.
Match Highlights
- First Half: Both teams battled for dominance early on, but Alianza Lima eventually broke the deadlock to lead going into the break.
- Second Half: Comerciantes Unidos found an equalizer to level the score at 1-1. However, Alianza Lima secured the victory with a late goal to finish 2-1.
- Key Player: Paolo Guerrero was a standout for Alianza Lima, leading the team with 2 shots on goal during the match.
- Late Drama: Comerciantes Unidos had a potential late goal disallowed for offside in the 90th minute, which would have leveled the game.
Match Statistics
| Statistic | Club Alianza Lima | Comerciantes Unidos |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 2 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 5 |
| Goals For (Season) | 2 | 1 |
| Rank (Apertura) | 4th | 6th |
Lineup Notes
- Alianza Lima featured a midfield controlled by Fernando Gaibor and Gonzalo Aguirre.
- Comerciantes Unidos utilized a 4-4-2 formation with Álvaro Villete in goal and Ray Sandoval active in the attacking midfield.
Betting Review
The match between Club Alianza Lima and Comerciantes Unidos on February 8, 2026, resulted in a 2-1 victory for Alianza Lima. From a betting perspective, this outcome confirmed Alianza Lima’s status as the heavy pre-match favorite and rewarded those who backed the Home Win (1) and Over 2.5 Goals markets.
Betting Market Outcomes
| Market | Selection | Result | Approximate Closing Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 (Match Result) | Home Win (Alianza Lima) | Won | 1.17 – 1.25 |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Over 2.5 | Won | ~1.65 – 1.80 |
| Correct Score | 2-1 | Won | 10/1 (11.00) |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | Won | ~1.90 – 2.10 |
Key Betting Insights
- Heavy Favorites Delivered: Alianza Lima entered the match with very short odds (as low as 1.17), making them a “banker” for most accumulators.
- High-Value Correct Score: The exact 2-1 scoreline was priced at roughly 10/1 (11.00) before kickoff, offering a significant payout for specialist bettors.
- Goal Markets: The Over 2.5 Goals bet was successful thanks to a total of three goals scored, while the Both Teams to Score (BTTS) market hit after Comerciantes Unidos managed to find the net.
- Scorer Performance: Paolo Guerrero continued his strong form for Alianza Lima, which would have rewarded those backing him in the “Anytime Goalscorer” markets.
Match Statistics Impact
Despite the win, bettors who followed live stats might have been concerned by Comerciantes Unidos recording more Shots on Goal (5) than Alianza Lima (3), suggesting the game was more competitive than the pre-match odds implied.