Sport Boys vs. Alianza Lima: Everything You Need to Know About This Weekend’s Big Match

What’s Happening?

This Saturday, August 8, two Peruvian football teams will face off in an exciting match:

• Sport Boys (the home team)
• Alianza Lima (the current champions)

They’re playing in the Clausura tournament — think of this as the "second half" of the Peruvian football season. This is Matchday 4 (the fourth game of this tournament).

Why This Match Matters

Alianza Lima — The Team to Beat

Alianza Lima won the Apertura (the first half of the season), making them the current champions. They’re also looking super strong in this Clausura tournament:

Total: 7 points out of 9 — tied with Melgar for the best start in the league!

Sport Boys — The Comeback Kids

Sport Boys had a rough start but are heating up:

Two wins in a row means they’re confident and dangerous.

History Between Them

The last time these two met (February this year), Alianza Lima won 1-0 at their home stadium, with a goal from Renzo Garcés.

When and Where

Pro tip: Set a reminder 15 minutes before kickoff so you don’t miss the start!

How to Watch

If You’re in Peru:

• TV Channel: L1MAX

If You’re in the United States, Argentina, or Anywhere Else in Latin America:

• Streaming Service: Fanatiz
• Fanatiz shows ALL Liga 1 matches, not just this one

Traveling or living abroad? You might need a VPN to access your usual streaming service. Check out this guide to the best VPNs for sports.

Important Points to Remember

• Alianza Lima = Reigning champions, unbeaten so far (2 wins, 1 draw)
• Sport Boys = On a 2-game winning streak after opening loss
• Last meeting = Alianza won 1-0 in February
• Matchday 4 of the Clausura tournament
• Streaming: Fanatiz has you covered in US/Argentina/Latam; L1MAX in Peru

Summary

This Saturday at 8 PM Peru time, Sport Boys hosts Alianza Lima at the Estadio Miguel Grau in Bellavista. Alianza comes in as the undefeated favorite with 7 points, while Sport Boys rides a two-game winning streak. The last time they played, Alianza won 1-0. You can watch on L1MAX (Peru) or Fanatiz (US, Argentina, rest of Latam). Should be a great match!

FAQ

1. What’s the difference between Apertura and Clausura?

Peru’s football season is split into two tournaments: Apertura (opening, first half) and Clausura (closing, second half). Each has its own champion. Alianza won the Apertura; now they’re fighting for the Clausura title too.

2. What time is the match in my time zone?

• Peru: 8:00 PM
• US Eastern Time: 9:00 PM
• Argentina: 10:00 PM
• Other zones: Check a time zone converter for "Peru time (PET) to [your zone]"

3. Do I need a cable subscription to watch?

Nope! Fanatiz is a streaming service — you just need an internet connection and a subscription. No cable box required.

4. Can I watch for free?

The article mentions Fanatiz as the official broadcaster for international viewers. Some services offer free trials — check Fanatiz’s website to see if they have a current promotion.

5. Who’s favored to win?

Alianza Lima is the favorite based on form (unbeaten, reigning champs), but Sport Boys has momentum with two straight wins. In football, anything can happen — that’s why we watch!

Enjoy the match!