Alianza Lima will be Boca Juniors' opponent in the second phase of the Copa Libertadores after convincingly defeating Nacional of Paraguay. Néstor Gorosito's team secured a 3-1 victory in Lima, sealing their qualification with a 4-2 aggregate score after the 1-1 draw in the first leg.

The Peruvian side showcased their superiority at home with a brace from Kevin Quevedo and a goal from Argentine forward Hernán Barcos. Nacional started strong and managed to equalize through Orlando Gaona Lugo, but Alianza responded quickly and sealed the win in the second half.

From the start, the home team set the tempo. Quevedo opened the scoring in the 11th minute after a shot hit the post and fell loose in the box. Nacional responded with a powerful strike from Gaona Lugo in the 15th minute, but Alianza Lima maintained the pressure and found their second goal in the second half through Barcos, who finished off a cross from Eryc Castillo. Minutes later, Quevedo secured his brace with a subtle chest touch.

Clash Against Boca Juniors

With this victory, Alianza Lima will face Boca Juniors in what promises to be an intense series. The first match will be played in Lima on February 18, while the return leg will take place on February 25 at La Bombonera. The winner will advance to the third phase, where they will fight for a spot in the group stage of the tournament.

The Peruvian team arrives with confidence after their solid performance, but Boca Juniors remains the favorite. This series will be a crucial test for Gorosito's squad as they aim to surprise the Argentine giants on their road to Copa Libertadores glory.