Peru vs Chile – Match Preview

Home side Peru is set to face their South American neighbors Chile. This match marks the beginning of their Copa America campaign. It will take place at the neutral AT&T Stadium on Friday, June 22nd. The game starts at 00:00 GMT. Both teams are eager to kick off Group A on a high note. They have yet to play any matches in the tournament. Chile is the favorite to win, with odds of 2.25. Peru’s victory odds stand at 3.80. A win in this opening match is crucial for both teams. It could set the stage for a successful tournament run.

Peru – Form

Peru has shown commendable form at home recently. They won 1:0 against El Salvador in a friendly on June 15, 2024. This victory met the bookmakers’ expectations. Before this, they had a goalless draw with Paraguay on June 8. This ended their winning streak in the Friendlies. On March 27, they defeated the Dominican Republic 4:1. These results reflect a stable performance from the home side.

Chile – Form

Chile has been resilient in their recent away games. They won 3-0 against Paraguay in a friendly on June 12, 2024. This victory ended Paraguay’s defensive streak. They also won 3-0 against Albania on March 22, 2024. However, they faced a 3-2 defeat against France on March 26, 2024. Despite this loss, the outcome was expected. Chile’s performances have been consistent in their recent games.

Peru – Chile – Head to Head

The last match between Peru and Chile was on October 13, 2023. Chile won 2:0 during the World Cup Qualification CONMEBOL. In their last 10 matches, Peru won 4 times while Chile won 6. This shows Chile’s slight edge in these encounters. In their recent 5 matches, both teams scored in 2 of them. This indicates strong defenses and competitive play. An interesting fact is that in 10 of their last 11 games, the total goals were under 3.5. This suggests these matches are often low-scoring.

Peru – Chile – Standings

As the Copa America Grp. A begins at the AT&T Stadium, both Peru and Chile are ready to compete. This is the first round for both teams. They aim to start their campaign positively. Currently, Chile is slightly favored by bookmakers. They rank just above Peru in the standings. Both teams have yet to score in this stage. This match offers a chance to surpass early predictions and gain an advantage.

Peru vs Chile – Top scorers

Peru’s goal-scoring chart features five players who have scored once. Gianluca Lapadula and Joao Grimaldo are among them. They have shown their ability to lead the attack. Edison Flores, Piero Quispe, and Sergio Pena have also scored one goal each. On the Chilean side, Victor Davila has scored three goals from midfield. Marcelino Nunez and Eduardo Vargas have scored two goals each. Diego Valdes and Marcos Bolados have also contributed with one goal each. This highlights their attacking capabilities.

Peru vs Chile – Full-Time Betting

Chile is the favorite to win, with odds at 2.25. Peru’s win is valued at 3.80, and a draw at 2.90. Chile has won 6 of the last 10 matches against Peru. However, Peru has been strong at home. They have avoided defeat in 17 of their last 19 matches. This could influence the outcome. The “halftime-fulltime” bet offers odds of 5.00 for a halftime draw and a Chile win. The “draw-no-bet” for Chile is at 1.50. The “double-chance” bet for either team to win is at 1.615. This could be appealing for cautious bettors.

Peru vs Chile – Over/Under Betting

The odds suggest a preference for a game with fewer than 2.5 goals, priced at 1.40. The history between Peru and Chile supports this. Most of their last 11 meetings have seen fewer than 3.5 goals. Both teams have been consistent with these expectations. The “Over 2.5” goals option is priced at 2.875. This could offer value if the teams opt for a more aggressive approach.

Peru vs Chile – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are at 2.20. This indicates a moderate chance of both teams scoring. The history between the teams shows mixed results. Peru has been strong at home, not losing 17 of their last 19 matches. Chile has struggled away, failing to win 12 of their last 13 matches. The “BTTS: No” option, at odds of 1.615, seems more likely. This takes into account Peru’s defensive strength and Chile’s scoring challenges on the road.

Peru vs Chile – Prediction