Peru vs Paraguay: The Copa America 2021 begins on Saturday as Peru faces Paraguay in the crucial Quarterfinal match with a semi-final spot up for grabs.
Match Details:
Teams: Peru vs Paraguay
Venue: Estadio Olimpico Pedro Ludovico Teixeira, Brazil
Date: Saturday 3rd July, 2021
Time: 02:30 AM IST
Live Link: https://www.sonyliv.com/sports/football-copa-america-2021-1700000734
Preview
The Peru side can use another opportunity as they aim to reach the last 4 of the Copa America but face a resilient Paraguay side in the Quarterfinals.
Peru finished 2nd in the North Zone group and secured a spot in the last 8 with 7 points to their names which included 2 wins a one loss and draw respectively.
On the other hand, Paraguay finished 3rd in their group behind Argentina and Uruguay to finish with 6 points. They picked up 2 wins and suffered 2 losses during their journey.
Neither side has been consistent in the competition and hence this match could go either way and a close contest is assured.
Both sides faced each other last in 2020 as part of the World Cup Qualification match which ended 2-2.
Romero’s brace was cancelled out by Carrillo’s double strikes as the spoils were shared.
Form Guide
Peru: WLWDW
Paraguay: LWLWL
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Last Matches of both teams:
Venezuela 0-1 Peru
Uruguay 1-0 Paraguay
Where to watch the live streaming and broadcast of Peru vs Paraguay 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
Lopez is back in training for Peru but will not be match-fit for this one.
Bareiro remains side lined for Paraguay due to a cruciate ligament injury.
Peru possible 11:
Gallese, Corzo, Ramos, Callens, Trauco, Tapia, Yotun, Carrillo, Pena, Cueva and Lapadula.
Paraguay possible 11:
Silva, Alderete, Alonso, Gomez, Espinola, Gimenez, Villasanti, Samu, Almiron, Romero and Avalos.
Prediction: Peru 2-0 Paraguay
Los Incas are in better form coming into this clash and should take the spoils.
Paraguay will give it their all but could fall short.
Players to watch out for: Carrillo, Cueva, Avalos, Almiron.