Chile vs. Peru: Clash in the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers

Chile is set to host Peru at the Estadio Monumental David Arellano in a crucial round of the 2026 CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, promising an intense battle between the teams.

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The prediction for the match is Chile 2-1 Peru, taking into account recent form, injuries, suspensions, and team confidence. All Images Credit to Google Images/ respective Owner

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