Alianza Lima defeated Grêmio 2-0 in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana play-off.
The first half was balanced, but Alianza Lima dominated the second half, scoring two quick goals.
Grêmio needs to win by three goals in the second leg to advance directly, or by two goals to force a penalty shootout.
The return leg will be played at Grêmio's home stadium.
Before the return leg, Grêmio will face Vasco in the Brasileirão.
The first half saw both teams creating opportunities, with Grêmio's André, Alysson and Edenilson threatening the Alianza Lima goal. However, Alianza Lima capitalized on their chances after the break. Gentile scored in the 13th minute following a scramble in the box, and Castillo extended the lead just two minutes later. Grêmio now faces a daunting task in the second leg, needing to overturn a two-goal deficit to progress in the Copa Sudamericana. They face Vasco in the Brasileirão before the crucial return leg.
Q: What does Grêmio need to do to advance in the Copa Sudamericana?
Grêmio needs to win by three goals in the second leg to advance directly, or by two goals to force a penalty shootout.
Q: When and where is the second leg being played?
The second leg will be played next Wednesday (23rd) at Grêmio's home stadium, the Arena.
Q: What match does Grêmio play before the second leg?
Grêmio faces Vasco at São Januário on Saturday (19th) for the 15th round of the Brasileirão.
Grêmio suffered a significant setback in their Copa Sudamericana campaign with a 2-0 loss to Alianza Lima.
The team must regroup and deliver a strong performance in the second leg to have any chance of advancing.
Fans should watch for Grêmio's approach in the Brasileirão match against Vasco, as it may indicate their strategy for the return leg against Alianza Lima.
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