Overview
- Peru’s federation confirmed Manuel Barreto, head of its youth unit, as interim manager for the remainder of 2025.
- He will lead an October friendly against Chile in Concepción and November matches versus Russia on Nov. 12 in St. Petersburg and Chile on Nov. 18 in Sochi.
- Renato Tapia posted an ironic message on X after the announcement, and RPP reports he previously urged FPF president Agustín Lozano to keep Óscar Ibáñez.
- RPP reports the FPF sent a reservation letter to Bayern Munich for 18-year-old Felipe Chávez as part of plans to integrate dual‑national youth.
- Ricardo Gareca said his Peru chapter is closed, clarifying he will not return as the federation continues its search for a long‑term coach.