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Alianza Lima Confirms Pablo Ceppelini’s Exit After Obscene‑Gesture Controversy

The decision follows a televised apology over his actions after the playoff defeat, after he publicly criticized the club’s fourth-place finish.

Overview

  • Alianza Lima announced on social media that Pablo Ceppelini and defender Guillermo Enrique have ended their stints with the club.
  • Ceppelini had apologized on the TV program Al Ángulo for making obscene gestures toward a fan following the penalty loss to Sporting Cristal in the playoffs.
  • He called finishing fourth a failure and said the team was not well managed in domestic and continental competition.
  • Earlier in the day, he said he did not know if his contract would be renewed and expressed a desire to stay and win a title with Alianza.
  • He defended his conduct off the field and delivered a pointed remark about rivals Universitario, saying more is discussed about Alianza than their tricampeonato.