Sporting Cristal vs. Comerciantes FC: Match Summary
End of the First Half!
Sporting Cristal leads 1-0 against Comerciantes FC on the opening day of Group J in the 2026 League Cup. The only goal of the match so far was scored by Jair Moretti.
Key Moments of the First Half
MIN 45+2′: A free kick from Maxi Lemos sailed well over César Bautista’s goal, posing a potential threat due to Lemos’s dead ball expertise.
MIN 42: GOAL! Jair Moretti capitalizes on a double rebound from Leonardo Silva, taking advantage of a well-placed assist from Ballumbrosio to score for Sporting Cristal.
MIN 38: Comerciantes FC create a dangerous opportunity when Chase Villanueva finds Víctor Perlaza, but Perlaza fails to connect.
MIN 37: Sporting Cristal struggles to break through Comerciantes FC’s defensive setup. Yamir Del Valle is attempting to steer play forward but has yet to create a clear chance.
MIN 28: A prepared play from Comerciantes FC results in nothing as Ramúa’s cross gets cleared by the Cristal defense, prompting a hydration break.
MIN 24: A disallowed goal for Comerciantes FC! Valdeblanquez was caught offside after connecting with Ramúa’s cross.
Team Lineups
Both teams fielded a mix of experienced players and newcomers.
Sporting Cristal:
César Bautista; Duham Ballumbrosio, Alejandro Pósito, Leonardo Díaz, Fabrizio Lora; Ian Wisdom, Catriel Cabellos, Yamir Del Valle Ucumana; Jair Moretti, Cristian Benavente, Diego Otoya.Comerciantes FC:
Leonardo Silva; Ronald Ríos, Daniel Pinedo, Francys Arévalo, Maximiliano Lemos; Elber Villanueva, Alfredo Ramúa, Patrick Rojas, Antonio Acosta; Víctor Perlaza, Jefferson Valdeblanquez.
Match Venue
The match is being hosted in Villa Emprendedora, a stadium in Iquitos, which has been well-prepared to welcome fans for this important occasion.
Tactical Overview
Sporting Cristal’s Strategy: Under the guidance of Roberto Mosquera, Cristal aims to play an alternative lineup featuring younger players and those who had less playtime. This approach is geared towards finding new formations and strengthening squad depth.
Comerciantes FC’s Tactics: Managed by Uruguayan Pablo Bengoechea, the home team is looking to utilize its recent momentum from past favorable results to secure a win in front of its supporters.
How to Watch
Fans can catch all the action live on Bicolor +, the official YouTube channel managed by the Peruvian Football Federation. Infobae Peru also provides minute-by-minute coverage, including live updates, match highlights, and standings.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, June 13
- Kick-off Time: 3:30 PM (Peru Time)
- Location: CFC Entrepreneurial Village, Iquitos
Ticket Information
Tickets for the game are available from S/30, allowing fans to join in witnessing what promises to be an intense competition. The pricing is as follows:
- West Stand: S/. 60.00 soles
- East Stand: S/. 30.00 soles
As the second half approaches, anticipations rise with Cristal leading the match. Fans are eager to see if Comerciantes FC can level the score or if Cristal will maintain their lead for victory.