Overview
- Interim manager Manuel Barreto released a youth-oriented Peru squad for the October 10 friendly against Chile in Santiago.
- Carlos Zambrano, Paolo Guerrero, Renato Tapia and Pedro Gallese were not called up, while Miguel Araujo and Anderson Santamaría provide experience in defense.
- After his omission, Zambrano posted a cryptic Instagram message that read, “There are many people by your side, not on your side. Do not get confused.”
- Chile’s federation announced the game at Estadio Bicentenario de La Florida will admit only local supporters, with tickets now on sale.
- Chile will be coached on the day by Sebastián Miranda, who steps in for Nicolás Córdova for this friendly.