Peru and Colombia will face off in a pivotal World Cup Qualification (CONMEBOL) encounter at Estadio Nacional on Friday. This match holds immense significance for both teams as they strive to secure a place in the 2026 World Cup.
Los Incas are currently at the bottom of the CONMEBOL table, winless in their first six matchdays. They face a daunting task against Colombia, who sit comfortably in the top 10 with 10 points, significantly ahead of their opponents.
This clash promises to be a tense affair, with Peru desperate for a victory to turn their fortunes around and keep their World Cup dreams alive. Meanwhile, Colombia will be aiming to maintain their strong form and solidify their position in the qualifying standings.
How to Watch the Match
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- Tune in to Fanatiz: On Friday, September 6th, at the designated kickoff time, you can watch the Peru vs. Colombia match live on Fanatiz.
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Match Details
- Teams: Peru vs. Colombia
- Competition: CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers
- Date: Friday, September 6th
- Kickoff Time: 6:30 pm PT / 9:30 pm ET (USA)
- Venue: Estadio Nacional, Lima, Peru
Team News
Peru head coach Jorge Fossati will likely field a strong lineup as he seeks to end their winless streak. Gianluca Lapadula and Edison Flores are expected to lead the attack, posing a threat to the Colombian defense.
Peru Possible XI: Gallese; Araujo, Zambrano, Callens; Polo, Pena, Cartagena, Quispe, Advincula; Lapadula, Flores.
Colombia, on the other hand, is likely to feature James Rodriguez in the final third. The talented midfielder, who recently broke Lionel Messi's record for most assists (6) in a single Copa America tournament, will aim to orchestrate attacks for Colombia. Jhon Cordoba and Liverpool's Luis Diaz are set to complete the three-man front line, while the center-back pairing of Yerry Mina and Carlos Cuesta will shield Camilo Vargas in goal.
Colombia Possible XI: Vargas; Munoz, Mina, Cuesta, Mojica; Rios, Lerma, J. Arias; Rodriguez, Cordoba, Diaz.
Head-to-Head Record
Here's a look at the head-to-head record of the last five meetings between Peru and Colombia across all competitions:
- Colombia 1 - 0 Peru (November 15, 2019 - International Friendlies)
- Peru 0 - 3 Colombia (June 3, 2021 - CONMEBOL Qualifiers)
- Colombia 1 - 2 Peru (June 20, 2021 - Copa America)
- Colombia 3 - 2 Peru (July 9, 2021 - Copa America)
- Colombia 0 - 1 Peru (January 28, 2022 - CONMEBOL Qualifiers)
The upcoming match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both sides eager to secure a vital victory. Be sure to tune in to Fanatiz and follow GOAL's Live Match Centre for all the latest updates and highlights.
