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Peru Will Rest André Carrillo for Orlando Friendly

Team doctors have ruled him out to protect his recovery for later matches on the tour.

Overview

  • André Carrillo confirmed on Thursday that he will not play against the United States on Saturday, Sept. 26, as a precaution for a posterior-thigh muscle issue.
  • Peru's medical staff report posterior-left-thigh edema sustained at Corinthians and had Carrillo training separately and leaving practice early while they conduct ongoing evaluations.
  • Oliver Sonne recovered from a right-knee concern, trained fully with the squad and has a strong chance to start at right back against the United States.
  • The match is scheduled for Sept. 26 at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando and is the first of a four-game September–October tour that includes Mexico, Canada and Colombia.
  • Coaches are managing minutes and lineups to avoid aggravating injuries to experienced players so Peru can keep options available for later fixtures on the tour.