Alianza Lima vs Sporting Cristal: Head-to-Head in Primera División
Alianza Lima and Sporting Cristal represent one of the fiercest rivalries in Peruvian football. Their next encounter is set for the semifinals of the 2025 Liga 1 playoffs. The winner secures a direct ticket to the group stage of the CONMEBOL Libertadores.
Head-to-Head History
Throughout their rivalry, Alianza Lima and Sporting Cristal have met in ten knockout matches. Alianza Lima has emerged victorious in six, while Sporting Cristal has won four. These encounters include:
- Five matches for the Primera División title
- Three matches for the definition of a short tournament
- One match for qualification to a national final
- One match for a spot in the Libertadores
Key Matches Over the Years
Here’s a summary of significant meetings between Alianza Lima and Sporting Cristal:
| Year | Event | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Professional Championship | Alianza Lima | 2-0 |
| 1993 | Pre-Libertadores Playoff | Alianza Lima | 5-4 (penalty shootout) |
| 1998 | Clausura Tournament | Sporting Cristal | 1-0 |
| 2001 | Apertura Tournament | Alianza Lima | 2-1 |
| 2003 | Final | Alianza Lima | 2-1 |
| 2004 | National Final | Alianza Lima | 5-4 (penalty shootout) |
| 2014 | Clausura Final | Sporting Cristal | 1-0 |
| 2018 | National Final | Sporting Cristal | 4-1 |
| 2019 | Semifinals | Alianza Lima | 1-0, 1-1 |
| 2021 | Finals | Alianza Lima | 1-0, 0-0 |
Upcoming Match Details
The next match between Sporting Cristal and Alianza Lima is scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The game will kick off at 20:00 (Peruvian time) and will be broadcast live on Liga 1 Max.
