Team Preview: Peru
Peru:
Fifa World Ranking: 11
Fixtures: Denmark 6/16, France 6/21, Australia 6/26
Key Player: Paolo Guerrero
Coach: Ricardo Gareca
Appearing in their first World Cup since 1982 the Peruvians come into this World Cup with hope following a successful qualifying campaign in probably the hardest region in the World. After defeating New Zealand in the Inter Continental playoff the Peruvians rejoiced their first World Cup in 36 years. Though the joy of qualifying quickly vanished as news started to spread that star forward Paolo Guerrero was suspended and wouldn't be allowed to play due to a drug violation. Though through many appeals Peru's top all time goalscorer will be allowed to participate in the finals and could be vital to a long run in Russia. This Peru team sourtve does come into the finals with confidence as they haven't lost since 2016. A knockout stage finish is definitely realistic and look out for the opening fixture against Denmark which could decide who takes the second spot in this group.
Fifa World Ranking: 11
Fixtures: Denmark 6/16, France 6/21, Australia 6/26
Key Player: Paolo Guerrero
Coach: Ricardo Gareca
Appearing in their first World Cup since 1982 the Peruvians come into this World Cup with hope following a successful qualifying campaign in probably the hardest region in the World. After defeating New Zealand in the Inter Continental playoff the Peruvians rejoiced their first World Cup in 36 years. Though the joy of qualifying quickly vanished as news started to spread that star forward Paolo Guerrero was suspended and wouldn't be allowed to play due to a drug violation. Though through many appeals Peru's top all time goalscorer will be allowed to participate in the finals and could be vital to a long run in Russia. This Peru team sourtve does come into the finals with confidence as they haven't lost since 2016. A knockout stage finish is definitely realistic and look out for the opening fixture against Denmark which could decide who takes the second spot in this group.
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