Brazil vs Peru: The defending champions, Brazil are in action once again as they face Peru in the Copa America 2021 semi-final on Tuesday.
Match Details:
Teams: Brazil vs Peru
Venue: Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos, Brazil
Date: Tuesday 6th July, 2021
Time: 04:30 AM IST
Live Link: https://www.sonyliv.com/sports/football-copa-america-2021-1700000734
Preview
Peru has a tough ask as they face Brazil in the Copa America 2021 Semi-final on Tuesday with yet another chance to secure a spot in the final.
Brazil was made to earn their win against Chile after losing Gabriel Jesus in the first half when he got sent off.
The substitute, Lucas Paquetá scored in the 46th minute as Seleção held on to win the contest.
On the other hand, Peru beat Paraguay on penalties 4-3 after the match ended 3-3 in extra time.
Gomez, Alonso and Avalos’ strikes were cancelled out by Lapadula’s brace and Yotun’s goal.
Miguel Trauco scored the decisive spot kick to send his side into the semi-finals.
Ormeno, Cueva missed for Peru while Martinez, Samu and Espinola could not score for Paraguay.
The Peruvian side has been inconsistent and cannot afford any mistakes against Brazil, as they could see their final hopes dashed.
Neymar and Co are favourites to progress and their performances have shown the same.
Both sides met in the group stage recently where Brazil won 4-0 with goals from Sandro, Neymar, Ribeiro and Richarlison.
Form Guide
Brazil: WWWDW
Peru: LWDWD
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Last Matches of both teams:
Brazil 1-0 Chile
Peru 3-3 Paraguay (4-3 penalties)
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Where to watch the live streaming and broadcast of Brazil vs Peru in India?
The match can be live streamed on the Sonyliv App while the broadcast will be available on Sony Ten 2/HD and Sony Six/HD. Regional broadcast is available on Sony Ten 4.
Team News
Carrillo was dismissed for Peru in the Quarterfinal after he received a second yellow card. He is a vital miss ahead of this clash.
For Brazil, Felipe returned to training recently but remains on the side-lines for this clash.
Brazil possible 11:
Ederson, Danilo, Silva, Marquinhos, Lodi, Fabinho, Fred, Everton, Neymar, Richarlison and Firmino.
Peru possible 11:
Gallese, Corzo, Ramos, Santamaria, Trauco, Tapia, Yotun, Tavara, Pena, Cueva and Lapadula.
Prediction: Brazil 5-0 Peru
Given recent performances, Brazil once again stands favourites to win the title.
Peru has to make do without the services of Carrillo, their top scorer and will find it difficult.
We expect Brazil to flex their muscles and go on a goal-spree in this one.
Players to watch out for: Neymar, Fred, Richarlison, Cueva, Lapadula.