Alianza Lima managed to secure a valuable draw against Colo Colo as the visitor in the third match of the Libertadores Cup of America group stage. The result has stirred annoyance among Colo Colo fans and players, with star player Arturo Vidal criticizing Alianza Lima’s defensive approach.
Vidal expressed his frustration with Alianza Lima’s defensive tactics, accusing them of sitting back and waiting for mistakes rather than actively engaging in the game. Despite dominating possession, Colo Colo struggled to break down the opposition defense.
Former Barcelona, Juventus, and Bayern Munich player, Vidal, criticized coach Alejandro Restrepo for changing the team’s setup and playing defensively. However, he acknowledged that teams play this way against Colo Colo out of respect for their abilities.
Looking ahead, Vidal remains optimistic about Colo Colo’s performance in the upcoming matches, emphasizing the team’s determination to secure three points. He highlighted the importance of the next game against Fluminense and expressed confidence in the team’s ability to perform well in the matches ahead.