Alejandro Restrepo: “I assume responsibility as a coach”

Alianza Lima has only scored two goals in the 2024 Copa Libertadores

Lima Alliance tied with Cerro Porteño and continues without winning in the Libertadores Cupa result that left both the players and the coach dissatisfied Alejandro Restrepo.

The Colombian coach expressed his concern about the team’s lack of effectiveness in ensuring positive results in the cup matches.

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«In games against direct rivals we have not been effective. I assume responsibility as a coach and recognize the group’s effort. “If we had been more effective, we would be in a different position in the Cup and in the league.”Restrepo said.

So far, Alianza Lima has drawn three of the four games it has played. Furthermore, the team has only managed to score two goals, which causes concern among fans and the coaching staff.

«In the first half we had opportunities. They didn’t bother us much at Campos. We needed to make decisions.”commented the coach.

Restrepo hopes to turn the situation around

Restrepo added: «This team competes every three days, and in Peru there is a different geography than the others. The Cup demands both physically and planning. There are injuries that are beyond our control..

After the match with Cerro Porteño, Alianza Lima will face a series of matches. On Saturday, May 11, for the Apertura Tournament, they will play against Sport Huancayo; Then, on Wednesday the 15th, they will host Colo Colo from Chile in Matute for the Copa Libertadores.