Uruguay vs Peru Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips Predictions

Uruguay vs Peru Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips

Match Details: Friday 5th September | Estadio Centenario | Conmebol World Cup Qualification | 00:30 GMT

The first international break of the 2025/26 season brings World Cup qualifying action, with Uruguay hosting Peru on Friday.

Both sides have plenty at stake. Peru sit just outside the qualification spots, making three points crucial to keeping their World Cup hopes alive. Uruguay, meanwhile, are well placed in the table and will back themselves to strengthen their grip on an automatic qualification berth.

Key Betting Tip: Uruguay to Win offers good value @ 1.25.

Uruguay vs Peru Predicted Lineups

Uruguay Predicted XI: Rochet; Nandez, Araujo, Gimenez, Olivera; Valverde, Bentancur, De Arrascaeta; Pellistri, Nunez, Araujo

Peru Predicted XI: Gallese; Advincula, Zambrano, Garces, Lopez; Polo, Tapia, Carrillo, Quevedo; Guerrero, Flores

Uruguay vs Peru Current Form and Standings

Uruguay are on the brink of sealing qualification, with just two matches remaining. A single point would virtually guarantee them a top-seven finish. After 16 games, they sit 4th in the standings on 24 points, heading into their clash with Peru.

Peru, by contrast, face an uphill battle to reach the World Cup. They are second from bottom in 9th place, having managed just two wins, six draws and eight defeats from their 16 fixtures. With only 12 points on the board, they must win both of their remaining games and rely on Venezuela losing theirs heavily. Even then, Peru would only draw level on points, and they would still need to overturn a significant goal difference deficit – currently -11 compared to Venezuela’s -4 – just to have a chance of sneaking into 7th.

Uruguay vs Peru Head-to-Head Timeline

If ever Peru needed a confidence boost, it’s now – and they can take heart from recent history. The last time these two sides met in qualifying, Peru came out on top with a 1-0 victory. A repeat performance, and ideally by a wider margin, could just about keep their World Cup dream alive.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

12.10.24 Peru 1-0 Uruguay

24.03.22 Uruguay 1-0 Peru

03.09.21 Peru 1-1 Uruguay

16.10.19 Peru 1-1 Uruguay

11.10.19 Uruguay 1-0 Peru

Uruguay vs Peru Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a Uruguay win. This model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability and tactical matchups.

Best Uruguay vs Peru Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Uruguay to Win @ 1.25 (Kwiff).

Key Players to Watch: Uruguay vs Peru

Darwin Núñez (Uruguay)

The striker will be central to Uruguay’s attacking threat. His pace, movement and ability to stretch defences make him a constant danger, and with creative players like Federico Valverde and Bentancur behind him, Núñez is likely to get chances.

Federico Valverde (Uruguay)

Valverde brings energy and control to the midfield. His box-to-box presence allows Uruguay to transition quickly from defence to attack, while his long-range shooting remains a potent weapon. He’ll be key in dictating the tempo against Peru.

Pedro Gallese (Peru)

The Peru goalkeeper is no stranger to high-pressure moments and will need to be at his best to keep Uruguay’s frontline quiet. His shot-stopping and leadership from the back could be decisive if Peru are to stay in the contest.

Paolo Guerrero (Peru)

A veteran of countless qualifiers, Guerrero’s experience and hold-up play will be crucial for Peru. If he can link up with André Carrillo and Edison Flores, he gives Peru their best chance of troubling Uruguay’s backline.

Uruguay vs Peru Match Facts

• Referee: N/A
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• Stadium Information: Estadio Centenario is the national stadium of Uruguay built in 1930 and has a capcity of 60,235