Peru vs. Colombia: Where to Watch, Start Time, Lineups, and Prediction for World Cup Qualifier

The South American World Cup qualifiers continue with an exciting matchup between Peru and Colombia on Saturday, September 7. Peru, currently struggling at the bottom of the table, will face off against a Colombia side fresh off an impressive Copa America run. Both teams have a lot at stake as they push for a spot in the 2026 World Cup. Let’s break down everything you need to know about this game, including where to watch it, kickoff times, team lineups, and a prediction for the match.

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How to Watch Peru vs. Colombia: Live Stream and TV Channel

In the United States, fans eager to catch the action live can stream the match through 'Fanatiz USA's service will be exclusively broadcasting the game, allowing viewers to follow all the action from Lima. Unfortunately, there is no TV channel option for this game in the US.

For those traveling or living outside the US, you can still catch the game by using a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs allow users to bypass geographic restrictions, meaning you can still access your favorite streaming services like Fanatiz from anywhere in the world. Simply connect your VPN to a server in the US and you’ll be able to watch the game live.

Kick off Time for Peru vs. Colombia

The match will take place at the Estadio Nacional de Lima,, located in Peru's capital. The local kickoff time is 8:30 p.m. on Friday, September 6, which translates to the following times for viewers in the United States:

Make sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss this crucial match.



Peru: Looking for Their First Win

Peru has had a tough time in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers so far. After six matches, they are winless and currently sit at the bottom of the standings with just two points. Their offense has been a significant problem, as they failed to score a single goal in the 2024 Copa America.

Peru will be hoping to turn things around against Colombia, but they will need a stronger attacking performance. Gianluca Lapadula and Edison Flores are expected to lead the attack, two players who will need to step up in a big way if Peru is going to find the back of the net.

Their coach, Jorge Fossati, is likely to rely on the same players who managed to grind out a goalless draw against Chile in the Copa America, the only point Peru earned in the tournament.



Predicted Peru Starting XI (3-5-2)

- Goalkeeper: Pedro Gallese

- Defense: Luis Abram, Carlos Zambrano, Alexander Callens

- Midfield: Aldo Corzo, Pedro Aquino, Christofer Gonzales, Yoshimar Yotún, Luis Advíncula

- Forwards: Gianluca Lapadula, Edison Flore

Although they are currently struggling, the Peruvian team has shown flashes of resilience and will be looking to rally their fans behind them in Lima.



Colombia: Riding the Momentum

Colombia, on the other hand, has been much more successful recently. They had a strong run in the 2024 Copa America, where they reached the final. Now, they’re hoping to carry that momentum into the World Cup qualifiers. Colombia sits in a much better position than Peru, and a win would further solidify their chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

One of Colombia's key players is James Rodriguez,who remains central to their attack. Rodriguez will be relied on heavily to provide creativity and score opportunities for Colombia. Other players like is Liaz Diaz and Jhon Cordoba will also need to be in top form as Colombia looks to capitalize on their current run of good performances.

Coach Nestor Lorenzo is likely to stick with a lineup similar to the one that took them to the Copa America final in July.

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Predicted Colombia Starting XI (4-3-3)

- Goalkeeper: Camilo Vargas

- Defense:Deaniel Munoz, Davinson Sanchez, Jhon Lucumi, Frank Fabra

- Midfield:Wilmar Barrios, Jefferson Lerma, Jorge Carrascal

- Forwards: James Rodriguez, Jhon Cordoba, Luis Dia

With a balanced squad and plenty of attacking firepower, Colombia will be a tough opponent for Peru.



Prediction for Peru vs. Colombia

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While Peru has home-field advantage, Colombia comes into this game with far more momentum and confidence. Peru has struggled to score in recent games, and unless they make drastic improvements on offense, it’s hard to see them overpowering a well-organized Colombian side.

Colombia's solid defense and dynamic attack give them the edge in this matchup, and with James Rodriguez pulling the strings in midfield, they should be able to create plenty of scoring chances.

Prediction:Colombia 2-0 Peru:Expect Colombia to control most of the game and take advantage of Peru’s defensive vulnerabilities to secure a comfortable win.

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