Venezuela vs Peru: Venezuela take on Peru in their last match of the Copa America 2021 group stage on Monday with a chance to secure qualification.
Match Details:
Teams: Venezuela vs Peru
Venue: Estadio Nacional de Brasilia, Brazil
Date: Monday 28th June, 2021
Time: 02:30 AM IST
Live Link: https://www.sonyliv.com/sports/football-copa-america-2021-1700000734
Preview
In a bid to secure qualification, Venezuela takes on Peru in their last match of the Copa America 2021 on Monday.
Venezuela are last in the group with 2 points while Peru are 3rd with 4 points.
The winner of this match will secure a spot in the last 8 of the Copa America. Hence, this contest is crucial for both sides.
Both sides have endured poor runs in the competition particularly Venezuela.
Peseiro’s men managed a 2-2 draw against Ecuador in their last match to get their second draw from three matches.
Meanwhile, Peru picked up a crucial point against Ecuador with a 2-2 draw.
The Peruvians are in a slightly comfortable position and will look to avoid defeat in this contest which will guarantee safety.
Venezuela has no other choice apart from a win as they hold a slim chance of qualification.
Form Guide
Venezuela: LDLDD
Peru: LWLWD
Last Matches of both teams:
Venezuela 2-2 Ecuador
Ecuador 2-2 Peru
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Where to watch the live streaming and broadcast of Venezuela vs Peru in India?
The match can be live streamed on the Sonyliv App while the broadcast will be available on Sony Ten 1/HD and Sony Ten 2/HD.
Team News
Venezuela continues to see Chancellor, Cadiz, Martinez, Villanueva, Romo, Rosales and Otero ruled out due to Covid-19. Herrera and Soteldo miss out as well due to injuries.
Peru has no injury concerns ahead of this clash.
Venezuela possible 11:
Farinez, Gonzalez, Pino, Martinez, Velazquez, Cumana, Martinez, Moreno, Castillo, Casseres Jr and Aristeguieta.
Peru possible 11:
Gallese, Trauco, Callens, Ramos, Corzo, Tapia, Yotun, Cueva, Pena, Carrillo and Lapadula.
Prediction: Venezuela 1-1 Peru
We expect a low-scoring draw in this one due to Venezuela’s weakened side.
Peru knows that a draw will secure their qualification and hence the safety-first approach will be used.
Players to watch out for: Aristegueita, Castillo, Lapadula, Cueva.