The classic Peru vs. Chile for the 2026 qualification triggers different reactions. A few days before the game on the third day of the competition, the former World Cup player from La Roja reported, Miguel Angel Neira, He commented harshly on the confrontation with the players led by Juan Reynoso.
“I have every confidence Peru will get the kids and they will beat them. When the Peruvians make mistakes here in Chile, we have beaten them all our lives,” said the former midfielder in an interview with Bolavip Chile.
The last game Peru vs. Chile, which was played in Santiago in the qualifiers, ended with a 2-0 win for the Chileans. Photo: AFP
On the other hand, the former footballer, who took part in the 1982 World Cup in Spain, questioned the decisions of coach Eduardo Berizzo. Famously, given the four losses recorded, he decided to call up two goalkeepers from the same team (Brayan Cortés and Fernando de Paul from Colo Colo).
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“De Paul seems terrible to me because he will be the third goalkeeper. A young man like Cristóbal Campos must be given the chance. It’s a huge mistake he’s making,” he concluded.
When does Peru vs. play? Chili?
Peru vs. Chile will be next Thursday, October 12th. The match, corresponding to date 3 of the 2026 South America Qualifiers, will be played at the Monumental Stadium in Santiago from 7:00 p.m. (Peruvian time) and 9:00 p.m. (Chilean time).
Position table: Qualification 2026
The Peruvian and Chilean teams picked up just one point in their first appearances in the 2026 qualifiers.