Date 11 Overview
This Friday, April 17, the 11th date of the Apertura Tournament in League 1 2026 commenced, continuing until Sunday the 19th. This round’s results hold significant implications for the standings, marking a crucial phase in the tournament. Fans can follow the evolving classification live as teams vie for points and positions.
Current Standings and Key Matches
Lima Alliance and The Chankas are at the forefront of the title chase. On this eventful day, The Chankas secured a 2-0 victory over Atlético Grau at home, while the blue and white team from Lima took a staggering 8-0 win against Cusco FC at the Alejandro Villanueva Stadium.
Significance of Matches
The Chankas remain in a unique position with one match less than Lima Alliance, as their game against Sporting Cristal was postponed owing to their participation in the South American Cup. The make-up match is set for Thursday, April 23, at 3:00 p.m. in Andahuaylas, a critical encounter that could tilt the competition in their favor.
Match Results and Upcoming Fixtures
Friday, April 17
- Los Chankas 2-0 Atlético Grau (Finished)
Saturday, April 18
- FC Cajamarca 2-2 ADT (Finished)
- John Paul II 2-2 United Merchants (Finished)
- Sport Huancayo 2-1 Deportivo Garcilaso (Finished)
- Alianza Lima 8-0 Cusco FC (Finished)
Sunday, April 19
- Sporting Cristal vs UTC (11:00 am / Alberto Gallardo Stadium)
- Alianza Atlético vs Sport Boys (3:00 p.m. / Campeones del 36 Stadium)
- Melgar vs Universitario de Deportes (5:15 p.m. / Monumental Stadium)
- Cienciano vs CD Moquegua (7:30 p.m. / Inca Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium)
The Battle for Supremacy
With The Chankas taking on Atlético Grau, they seek to leverage their home advantage in the high-altitude settings. A win could position them three points ahead of their closest rival, Lima Alliance.
In parallel, Alianza Lima, after a recent win against ADT, aims to capitalize on a home game against Cusco FC. Victory here would bolster their hopes for consecutive wins that are crucial as the tournament progresses.
Meanwhile, the University of Sports faces a challenging away game against Melgar in Arequipa, necessitating a turnaround after their recent defeat. The outcome may also determine the future of Coach Javier Rabanal amid rising fan discontent.
Broadcast and Coverage Information
The ongoing matches of the League 1 2026 are broadcasted by L1 Max, which holds the rights to stream the matches live. Fans can tune in through various providers like Best Cable, DirecTV, Claro, Win, and Movistar. The League 1 Play app also facilitates online viewing of the games.
Additionally, Infobae Peru provides comprehensive digital coverage of each match, including pre-match insights, live updates, and highlights, keeping fans updated on every crucial moment of the tournament.