Last Monday, October 9th, Juan Reynoso announced the list of those summoned Peruvian team with a view to the duels between Chile and Argentina for the South American qualification On the way to the 2026 World Cup. Three footballers born abroad stand out on this list and were nationalized to defend the bicolor jersey.
These are Oliver Sonne (Denmark), Franco Zanelatto (Paraguay) and Santiago Ormeño (Mexico). The first two players had not yet made their debut with the Blanquirroja, so they were able to defend their countries of origin. For his part, “Ormedeus” has already played 11 games with the national team but has not yet scored a goal.
Oliver Sonne’s first words after his summons
Oliver Sun gave an interview for the social networks Peruvian teamin which he was very happy to have been called by Juan Reynoso and the affection he received from the national fans.
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“It is a great honor to be here. It’s been a long adventure since they first contacted me a year ago, and being here today and being part of the group is really something big for me. “It was really crazy and exceeded my expectations, so I’m happy with that,” he said.
When does Peru play Chile?
The Peruvian team faces Chile on the third day of South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. This duel is scheduled for Thursday, October 12, from 7:00 p.m. (Peruvian time) and will be broadcast on the signal of Movistar Deportes, ATV and América Televisión.