Peru's Garcilaso qualifies for 2014 Copa Libertadores

Lima, Aug 12 (IANS)

Players of Real Garcilaso pose for a photo prior to a match between Real Garcilaso and Club Deportivo USMP as part of the Torneo Descentralizado 2013 at the Miguel Grau Stadium on May 12, 2013 in Lima, Peru. (Photo by Tucapress/LatinContent/Getty Images)

Cusco’s Real Garcilaso became the first football club from Peru this year to qualify for the 2014 Copa Libertadores tournament.

Garcilaso will expect to improve their performance after reaching the round of 16 in the 2013 version, reports Xinhua.

Garcilaso defeated Jose Galvez de Chimbote 3-1 and finished first in their regional tournament.

Meanwhile, Universitario is in second position after defeating Pacifico FC 1-0 with a penalty goal. Sporting Cristal is third after its 2-0 victory against Union Comercio de Moyobamba.