The Peruvian team scored the goalless equalizer with Paraguay at the start of South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. In this game Luis Advíncula He was sent off at the end of the first half and will miss the clash against Brazil. With this in mind, Juan Reynoso would explore the possibility of calling up a defender from League 1 Betsson. Is about Carlos Zambranowho has already recovered from his injury.
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According to journalist Marcelo Merizalde, the national defender’s call-up would depend on him playing with Alianza Lima against Cantolao Sports Academy this weekend. If the defender has no physical problems, he will be asked to take the place of “Bolt” in the bicolor.
Carlos Zambrano is the owner of Alianza Lima: Photo: GLR.
Let us recall that the “Lion” was absent from the field for several days due to a tear he suffered. This season, the central defender has played 1,505 minutes in 18 games with the blue and white jersey, scoring 2 goals.
When does Peru play against Brazil and how can you watch the game?
The Peruvian team will face Brazil on Tuesday, September 12th at the National Stadium in Lima from 9:00 p.m. (Peruvian time). This commitment will be broadcast throughout the national territory on the ATV Signal (channel 9 and 709), América Televisión (channel 4 and 704) and Movistar Deportes (channel 3 and 703). In addition, you can follow all the incidents of the game on the La República Deportes website. The Juan Reynoso-led squad will be seeking their first win in South American qualifiers on the road to the 2026 World Cup.
What was Peru vs. Paraguay like beyond qualification?
In a very complicated duel the… Peruvian team managed to salvage a point against Paraguay in Ciudad del Este, with one less player appearing in the second half. Pedro Gallese was the big figure for the Bicolor and saved several goalscoring opportunities.