A potential managerial change is brewing at Alianza Lima. The club is already considering replacements for Pablo Guede, with his future hinging on Friday’s match against Sport Boys.
Pressure is mounting on Guede following elimination from the Copa Libertadores and a shaky start to the Liga 1 season. The game against Sport Boys is now a critical moment, not only for the coach’s position but also for stability within the club.
Current youth team coach Wilmar Valencia has emerged as an internal option to take over on an interim basis should a swift change be made on the bench.
However, the biggest news came from Reimond Manco, who revealed that the club is pursuing a more ambitious target: “If they remove Pablo Guede and immediately present another coach, I’ve been told there’s been contact with Ricardo Gareca, and perhaps even Franco Navarro won’t require to depart.”, sparking significant debate.
Ricardo Gareca Linked with Alianza Lima
The possibility of Ricardo Gareca joining Alianza Lima has immediately captured attention, given his successful past in Peruvian football and international recognition. While there’s no official confirmation, the mere suggestion of contact signals a potential major shift in Alianza Lima’s sporting plans.
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Should Ricardo Gareca arrive at Alianza Lima, it would mark his second stint in the Liga 1, as he previously won the Torneo Apertura with Universitario in 2008.
When Do Alianza Lima and Sport Boys Play in the 2026 Liga 1 Torneo Apertura?
Alianza Lima faces Sport Boys this Friday, February 20th, at 8:00 PM in a match from the fourth matchday of the 2026 Liga 1 Torneo Apertura in Peru.
Which Channel Will Broadcast the Alianza Lima vs. Sport Boys Match in the 2026 Torneo Apertura Liga 1?
The match between Alianza Lima and Sport Boys will be broadcast live and exclusively on L1 MAX. You can also follow the match for free online on your mobile device and on the internet at Bolavip Peru.
Key Facts
- Pablo Guede could be dismissed if Alianza Lima doesn’t improve against Sport Boys.
- The board contacted Ricardo Gareca as a possible replacement following the revelation by Reimond Manco.
- Wilmar Valencia is the internal option to assume the interim role in the event of an urgent departure.
