Atlético Grau stumble to defeat against Sporting Cristal

Sporting Cristal edged out Atlético Grau in a close win on Sunday, 2x1, on to matchday 9 of the Peru League. In this competition, Tiago Nunes's team came from two draws, and Daniel Ahmed's team came from a draw.

The first goal of the game was scored by Fernando Márquez, with 4 minutes on the clock. After 21 minutes, Irven Ávila struck for Sporting Cristal. After 41 minutes, Tiago Nunes's team saw Nilson Loyola get sent off due to accumulation of yellows. Shortly before the interval, Fernando Márquez saw a red card after receiving his second yellow

In the 64th minute, Joel López left the game early after seeing a red card. Brenner scored the winner after 67 minutes.

. In the next fixture, Sporting Cristal will host Academia Cantolao. Meanwhile, Atlético Grau will play at home against Alianza Lima.