Laura Rozo
Atletico Grau vs Alianza Lima will be a great match for all the Liga 1 fans. Although it was initially scheduled for Sunday, January 22, it is very likely that it will not take place on that date.
This is due to the political, social and economic difficulties that the Inca country is going through, added to the dispute over the conflict related to television rights and the Peruvian Football Federation, a very complex panorama for Peruvian sports.
After a long preseason following the World Cup, the teams were able to prepare very well and even play international friendlies. Today, at JefeBet we present our analysis, predictions and other information on the duel between these two South American clubs, Atletico Grau vs Alianza Lima.
We encourage you to check out our reviews of BetMGM and Unibet, the odds providers for this preview.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Sporting Cristal vs Academia Cantolao Liga 1 Matchday 1 Game
- Where: Miguel Grau Stadium, Castilla, Peru
- When: To be defined
- BetMGM Moneyline: Atlético Grau (+280) / Tie (+240) / Alianza Lima (-130)
- Unibet Asian Handicap: Atletico Grau (AH +0.75, -124) / Alianza Lima (AH -0.75, +104)
- BetMGM Over/Under (2.5): Over (-135), Under (-110)
- BetMGM Both teams score: Yes (-140) / No (+100)
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Atletico Grau Preview
The team coached by the Argentine Daniel Ahmed will officially make its debut in this league after a long preseason where the new players were able to get into rhythm. Despite not having many friendly matches during the last few months, several sponsors have joined forces to provide the Inca club with sufficient support.
The albos will count on several new players, including Italian-Peruvian defender Alessandro Milesi, who is expected to provide considerable support in the defensive lines.
In last year’s Liga 1, Atlético Grau finished in tenth place and did not qualify for international competitions this year. Therefore, it is expected that those from Piura will leave everything this season to earn a ticket for continental competitions in 2024, starting with this Atlético Grau vs Alianza Lima match.
Possible Atlético Grau lineup (4-2-3-1): Raúl Fernández; Jeremy Chirinos, Marcelo Gaona, Francesco Cavagna, Sebastián Cavero; Daniel Franco, Manuel Tejada; Paulo de la Cruz, López Pissano, Ray Sandoval; Fernando Márquez.
Alianza Lima Preview
In last year’s local championship, Alianza Lima finished in second place and qualified for the group stage of Copa Libertadores 2023. For this new season, this historic team is expected to start off on the right foot, taking the three points in this Atletico Grau vs Alianza Lima.
The team led by Guillermo Salas will have new talents this season: Carlos Zambrano, Pablo Sabbag, Andrés Andrade, Jesús Castillo, Edinson Chávez, Franco Zanelatto, Gabriel Costa, Bryan Reyna and Ítalo Espinoza, who are expected to shine in this first match, Atlético Grau vs Alianza Lima, and adapt to the coach’s idea for the upcoming tournaments.
In the last few days, the capital team played against Junior de Barranquilla and Nacional de Colombia, winning against the sharks and losing 3-0 against the Verdolagas.
Possible lineup (4-3-3): Ángelo Campos, Gino Peruzzi, Santiago García, Yordi Vílchez, Ricardo Lagos, Josepmir Ballón, Jairo Concha, Pablo Lavandeira, Gabriel Costa, Bryan Reyna, Hernán Barcos.
JefeBet Prediction
Considering the performances of both teams during preseason, we believe that it will be the away team who will take the victory in this Atlético Grau vs Alianza Lima. Despite dealing with external difficulties, Alianza Lima had several important signings. In addition, the club also played international friendlies that helped Salas to make technical decisions that will surely influence the matches.
Prediction: Alianza Lima wins 2-0.
