Overview
- Peru finalized preparations at Zenit’s training complex after travel delays, with Erick Noriega due to complete the squad.
- Kickoff is 12:00 p.m. in Peru at Gazprom Arena, with TV coverage on Movistar Deportes, América TV and ATV, plus streaming on Movistar Play and América TVGO.
- Valeri Karpin characterized Peru and Chile as difficult, possession‑savvy opponents and noted the covered venue in St. Petersburg removes weather advantages.
- Russia has been confined to friendlies since FIFA’s 2022 measures and carries an extended unbeaten run, most recently defeating Bolivia 3–0.
- Russia meets Chile on Nov. 15 in the same window, and Peru plays Chile in Sochi on Nov. 18.