Universitario Announces Squad for Alianza Lima Clash Without Bryan Reyna
Universitario has named a 20-man roster for the classic against Alianza Lima at the Monumental. The match is part of the Apertura, date nine of Liga 1 2026.
Coach Javier Rabanal made several surprise calls. He left multiple defenders out of the group.
Squad choices and notable omissions
Universitario announces a 20-man squad for the Alianza Lima clash, notably without Bryan Reyna. The winger was the last signing for the club.
- César Inga was included as a flexible backup. He can play stopper or on either flank.
- Defenders left out include Anderson Santamaría and captain Aldo Corzo.
- Hugo Ancajima and Paolo Reyna were also excluded from the list.
Midfield and attack selections
Rabanal kept several midfield alternatives on the bench. Jorge Murrugarra, Horacio Calcaterra and Miguel Silveira were selected as midfield backups.
The coach called up multiple forwards for the fixture. Sekou Gassama, José Rivera, Héctor Fertoli and Edison Flores made the list.
Defensive impact
The team will have fewer defensive rotation options for the clásico. That could force Rabanal to adjust his in-game plans.
Still, the squad contains several attacking alternatives. Those players could change the game’s dynamic at the Monumental.
Projected starting lineup
- Miguel Vargas (goalkeeper)
- Caín Fara, Williams Riveros, Matías Di Benedetto (defenders)
- Andy Polo, Martín Pérez Guedes, Jesús Castillo, Jairo Concha, José Carabalí (midfield)
- Lisandro Alzugaray, Álex Valera (forwards)
Match details
The clásico will be played Saturday, April 4, 2026. Kickoff is at 20:00 local time for COL, PER and ECU.
Fans in ARG, URU and PAR will see kickoff at 22:00. The game will be available live on L1 Max.
Filmogaz.com will follow updates and provide coverage ahead of kickoff.
