Overview

• FPF confirmed Manuel Barreto, 43, will lead the October friendly against Chile in Concepción and November matches versus Russia on November 12 in St. Petersburg and Chile on November 18 in Sochi.
• His role is temporary as he continues heading the youth technical unit, with the appointment coming after the FPF closed Óscar Ibáñez’s interim cycle and resumed its search for a long-term manager.
• Renato Tapia posted an ironic “Oh sorpresa…” message on X minutes after the announcement, and ex-players and pundits criticized the move, with one commentator urging that Tapia not be called up.
• RPP reports the FPF sent a reserve letter to Bayern Munich for 18-year-old Felipe Chávez with a view to the October call-up, signaling the youth emphasis the federation says it wants to accelerate.
• Ricardo Gareca said he will not return to coach Peru, reinforcing that the FPF must look elsewhere for a permanent appointment.