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Colombia and Peru Clash in Crucial World Cup Qualifying Match

Barranquilla, Colombia – Colombia will host Peru on Friday, June 6, 2025, in a vital South American World Cup qualifying match at the Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez, beginning at 4:30 PM ET. Both teams are currently seeking a spot in the upcoming 2026 World Cup, building pressure as they fight to improve their standings in CONMEBOL qualifying.
With Argentina already qualified, the rest of the South American teams are in a tight race for the remaining spots. Colombia currently sits sixth with 20 points while Peru is ninth with just 10 points. Only three points separate Colombia from Ecuador in second place, making this clash essential for both sides.
In their last outings, Colombia could only manage a draw against Paraguay, extending their winless streak to four matches. Coach Nestor Lorenzo’s squad is eager to secure a victory to stay in contention for a World Cup berth. Meanwhile, Peru is desperate to bounce back from a previous defeat to Venezuela, knowing that any further losses may jeopardize their qualification hopes.
The stakes are high, and the match is expected to be closely contested. Fans are hopeful that players like Colombia’s Luis Javier Suárez, who has been impactful in the qualifiers, will step up to lead the team to victory.
This match will not only be crucial for qualifying but also an important moment for both nations as they look to showcase their talent on the international stage.