This Thursday, October 5, 2017 (4:30 PM Pacific) Argentina will host Peru at La Bombonera for a match in the CONMEBOL 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Both teams have the same amount of points but are in an intense battle with five other teams for three direct World Cup spots and a place in the inter-confederation play-offs.
How to Watch Argentina vs Peru
The Argentina vs Peru match will be broadcast this Thursday, October 5 at 4:30 PM Pacific:
TV Schedule: beIN Sports En Espanol
Watch Live Online: Sling TV (Watch 7 Days Free)
Match Preview
Argentina has had a dreadful run in these qualifiers, currently in fourth place with 24 points and at risk to miss the next World Cup. La Albiceleste has had some shocking performances including losses against Paraguay and Bolivia and two draws against Venezuela.
Lionel Messi seems to be playing his heart out for his country but has been unable to link up with a consistent scorer to get the favorable results. This is a must-win game for Jorge Sampaoli’s men, especially playing in front of the home crowd at La Bombonera.
Peru has been one of the more surprising teams in these CONMEBOL qualifiers, currently in fourth place with 24 points. Los Incas are undefeated in their last four games, most recently coming off a vital 2-1 away win against Ecuador.
The win was historic as Peru had never won a game against Ecuador away from home but the team showed a solid effort worthy of the result. Some of the more standout players for Ricardo Gareca include Paolo Guerrero, Edison Flores and Christian Cueva, who have scored a combined 14 goals in this competition. Among the notable players on Peru are five Liga MX players Pedro Gallese, Luis Advincula, Pedro Aquino, Andy Polo and Raul Ruidiaz. This should be one of the best matchups in this matchday of the CONMEBOL qualifiers as both teams are heavily motivated to get the three points from the game.
