Jorge Fossati would have his first rival with that Peruvian team four-time world champion Italy. The Uruguayan strategist has taken the reins of the national team and the date of his debut on the white and red bench is close to being confirmed and he would face one of the football powers, as announced by the diaryin which it is mentioned that the Azzurra will not only have the Bicolor as South American opponents at the FIFA date, which will take place in March.
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Although they warn that the date is not confirmed, the Italian press stated that “in March, during the championship break, Spalletti's team will make a short tour: in the 20th friendly match against Peru in Miami; also a game against Ecuador in Philadelphia on the 24th.” The media also denied that there would be a “return game” against Argentina for the 2022 Finalissima.
Gazzeta note on Italy's friendly match against Peru. Photo: Gazzetta photo
“There are still a few steps to be taken, but a friendly match between the Peruvian team and Italy in the United States in March is imminent, taking advantage of the FIFA date from the 18th to the 26th,” Libero journalist Gustavo Peralta also reported on his account. Official from X (Twitter) who follows closely what is happening in Blanquirroja.
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When will the Peruvian team's next official match take place?
Fossati's debut in an official match will be in the Copa América 2024 when they face Chile on the first date of the group stage, which will take place on June 21st In the United States.
Which teams has Fossati coached?
- Uruguay (2004–2005)
- Qatar (2007-2009 and 2016-2017).