Watch Peru vs Chile full match replay and highlights.
KICK-OFF at 00:00 (GMT) on 22nd June 2024
The referee for this match is Wilton Pereira Sampaio
Game played at AT&T Stadium
This is a match in South America – CONMEBOL Copa America, Group A, Season 2024
Goalless Draw Between Peru and Chile in Copa América
Peru and Chile kicked off their Copa América campaigns with a goalless draw at AT&T Stadium in Texas, continuing Peru’s unbeaten start under new manager Jorge Fossati and setting the stage for an intriguing Group A battle.
First Half: Opportunities and Frustrations
The match started cautiously, with both teams aware of the importance of securing points early in the tournament. Chile had a golden opportunity to take the lead when Victor Dávila set up Alexis Sánchez in front of goal, but the Chilean striker surprisingly fired over the bar from close range. Peru struggled to create clear-cut chances despite enjoying spells of possession. Alexis Sánchez had another chance to score but fired over again after a lucky bounce favored him. Peru’s best chance came late in the half when Miguel Araujo’s header was comfortably saved by Claudio Bravo.
Second Half: Improved Performances and Near Misses
Peru came out stronger in the second half, looking to capitalize on their control of the game. Gianluca Lapadula had two promising opportunities but failed to convert them into goals, keeping the score level. Both teams made multiple substitutions in an attempt to break the deadlock, which disrupted the flow of the game.
Paolo Guerrero, introduced by Peru as the oldest outfield player in Copa América history, added experience and threat upfront. Lapadula continued to pose a danger, forcing Claudio Bravo into a crucial save from a volley following a corner. Bravo then made another decisive stop, denying Guerrero any chance of a rebound. Chile’s Ben Brereton Díaz had a late header opportunity to steal the win but missed the target, reflecting a frustrating second half for La Roja.
Conclusion and Implications
Ultimately, the Clásico del Pacífico ended in a stalemate, leaving both teams with mixed feelings. Chile, who have a strong record of advancing to the knockout stages in recent tournaments, face added pressure ahead of their next match against Argentina. Peru, on the other hand, must secure a positive result against Canada to maintain their hopes of progressing from Group A.
Key Highlights
- Missed Opportunities: Alexis Sánchez missed two clear chances for Chile, while Peru struggled to convert possession into goals.
- Goalkeeper Brilliance: Claudio Bravo’s saves, particularly from Lapadula and Guerrero, kept Chile in the game.
- Substitution Impact: Both teams made numerous substitutions that disrupted the flow of the match.
- Next Steps: Chile faces Argentina next, needing a result to avoid falling behind in the group, while Peru aims for a crucial win against Canada.
The draw sets up an intriguing scenario in Group A, with all teams still in contention early in the tournament.