Alianza Lima forward, Kevin Serna, expressed his disappointment following the team’s draw against Fluminense in the debut of the group stage of the Libertadores Cup. Despite having numerous opportunities to score, Alianza Lima could only manage a draw against the current champion of the tournament.
Serna, who scored the only goal for Alianza Lima in the match, spoke about his frustration over the team’s lack of effectiveness in front of goal. He emphasized the importance of taking advantage of scoring opportunities, especially when facing strong opponents like Fluminense.
The Colombian-born striker also mentioned the technical decisions made by coach Alejandro Restrepo, including his substitution in the 68th minute. However, Serna remained focused on the team’s performance and emphasized the need to capitalize on scoring chances in future matches.
The draw against Fluminense leaves Alianza Lima with work to do in Group A of the Libertadores Cup. They will have the opportunity to bounce back when they visit Cerro Porteño on Wednesday, April 10.
In other Group A action, Colo Colo defeated Cerro Porteño 1-0 on the first day of the tournament. The competition in the group promises to be intense, with each team looking to secure valuable points in the race for qualification to the knockout stages.
The matchup between Lima Alliance and Fluminense saw both teams field strong lineups, with Serna leading the attack for Alianza Lima alongside Cecilio Waterman. Fluminense, on the other hand, had a solid lineup featuring the likes of Renato Augusto and Marcelo.
Despite the draw, Alianza Lima will be looking to regroup and come back stronger in their upcoming matches in the Libertadores Cup. The team will be eager to showcase their potential and compete at the highest level in South America’s premier club competition.