- Did not advance past the Group Stage in the CONMEBOL Copa América™.
- Currently sits in 10th place in the South American Qualifiers.
Peru had an inconsistent 2024: playing 13 matches, with four wins, four draws, and five losses.
Peru in the CONMEBOL Copa América 2024™
La Blanquirroja was part of Group A alongside Argentina, Chile, and Canada. They debuted against La Roja, resulting in a goalless draw. This was followed by two defeats, to La Albiceleste (tournament champions) and the Canadian team.
Paolo Guerrero Sets New Records for Peru
The forward played his sixth CONMEBOL Copa América™ in 2024, equaling José “Chemo” del Solar and Teodoro “Lolo” Fernández as the Peruvians with the most appearances in the tournament. Paolo participated in 2007, 2011, 2015, 2016, 2019 (runner-up), and 2024.
He also reached 28 matches played in the world’s oldest national team tournament. Not only is he the Peruvian player with the most appearances, but he is also fifth on the all-time list, trailing only Messi (Argentina, 39), Sergio Livingstone (Chile, 34), Zizinho (Brazil, 33), and Víctor Ugarte (Uruguay, 30).
Peru in the Qualifiers
La Blanquirroja is in 10th place, with one victory (against Uruguay, achieved in October), four draws, and seven losses. They have 7 points and face a tough challenge in 2025 as they aim to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Source: CONMEBOL.com/OPTA
