Match report

Uruguay Defeats Peru 3-0 in World Cup South America Qualification

Uruguay
Uruguay
3–0
FT
Peru
Peru
Sep 4, 2025

Uruguay emerged victorious with a 3-0 defeat of Peru in a critical World Cup South America Qualification match. Goals from R. Aguirre, G. de Arrascaeta, and F. Vinas highlighted Uruguay's superior play and tactical execution, as Peru struggled to find their rhythm on the field. The win solidifies Uruguay's position in the qualification race, leaving Peru with much to improve before their next match.

Key Facts

  • • R. Aguirre scored the opening goal for Uruguay in the 14th minute, assisted by Guillermo Varela.
  • • G. de Arrascaeta extended Uruguay's lead in the 58th minute, with an assist from R. Aguirre.
  • • F. Vinas sealed the victory for Uruguay with a goal in the 80th minute, assisted by B. Rodríguez.
  • • Peru had two yellow cards, with M. Lopez and S. Peña being cautioned for fouls.
  • • Uruguay also received two yellow cards, with Rodrigo Bentancur and M. Olivera being penalized.

Lineups

Uruguay

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

  • 1 S. Rochet (G)
  • 13 G. Varela (D)
  • 3 S. Caceres (D)
  • 16 M. Olivera (D)
  • 22 J. Piquerez (D)
  • 15 F. Valverde (M)
  • 6 R. Bentancur (M)
  • 10 G. de Arrascaeta (M)
  • 11 F. Pellistri (F)
  • 7 R. Aguirre (F)
  • 18 B. Rodriguez (F)

Substitutes

  • 23 S. Mele
  • 12 F. Israel
  • 2 S. Bueno
  • 8 J. Sanabria
  • 17 M. Vina
  • 14 J. Rodriguez
  • 5 M. Ugarte
  • 20 E. Martinez
  • 21 R. Zalazar
  • 4 K. Amaro
  • 19 C. Olivera
  • 9 F. Vinas

Peru

Formation: 4-5-1

Starting XI

  • 1 P. Gallese (G)
  • 17 L. Advincula (D)
  • 15 R. Garces (D)
  • 2 L. Abram (D)
  • 4 M. Lopez (D)
  • 7 K. G. Cabrera Nakamura (M)
  • 16 C. Gonzales (M)
  • 13 E. Noriega (M)
  • 19 Y. Yotun (M)
  • 22 K. Quevedo (M)
  • 9 L. Ramos (F)

Substitutes

  • 12 C. Caceda
  • 21 D. Enriquez
  • 3 C. Inga
  • 5 C. Zambrano
  • 6 M. Trauco
  • 8 J. Concha
  • 10 S. Pena
  • 11 J. Rivera
  • 14 J. Pretell
  • 18 A. Burlamaqui
  • 20 O. Sonne
  • 23 J. Grimaldo

Timeline

  1. Peru
    5' Peru Card · Yellow Card
    M. Lopez

    Foul

  2. Uruguay
    14' Uruguay Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Aguirre · Assist: Guillermo Varela
  3. Peru
    31' Peru Card · Yellow Card
    C. Gonzales

    Foul

  4. Peru
    46' Peru subst · Substitution 1
    Off: C. Gonzales · On: S. Peña
  5. Peru
    46' Peru subst · Substitution 2
    Off: K. G. Cabrera Nakamura · On: J. Grimaldo
  6. Uruguay
    58' Uruguay Goal · Normal Goal
    G. de Arrascaeta · Assist: R. Aguirre
  7. Peru
    66' Peru subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Yoshimar Yotún · On: J. Concha
  8. Uruguay
    69' Uruguay Card · Yellow Card
    Rodrigo Bentancur

    Foul

  9. Uruguay
    69' Uruguay subst · Substitution 1
    Off: G. de Arrascaeta · On: M. Ugarte
  10. Uruguay
    74' Uruguay subst · Substitution 2
    Off: R. Aguirre · On: F. Vinas
  11. Uruguay
    77' Uruguay subst · Substitution 3
    Off: F. Pellistri · On: R. Zalazar
  12. Peru
    78' Peru Card · Yellow Card
    S. Peña

    Argument

  13. Uruguay
    79' Uruguay Card · Yellow Card
    M. Olivera

    Foul

  14. Uruguay
    80' Uruguay Goal · Normal Goal
    F. Vinas · Assist: B. Rodríguez
  15. Peru
    81' Peru subst · Substitution 4
    Off: K. Quevedo · On: J. Rivera
  16. Peru
    87' Peru subst · Substitution 5
    Off: E. Noriega · On: J. Pretell

Match Stats

Stat Uruguay Peru
Fouls 8 14
Pass Accuracy 89% 81%
Offsides — —
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 24 11
Corners 6 1
Total Passes 620 372
Yellow Cards 2 3
Blocked Shots 6 1
Shots on Target 7 3
xG — —
Shots off Target 11 7
Possession 63% 37%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 550 302
Shots Inside Box 18 4
Saves 3 4
Shots Outside Box 6 7

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ The early goal by R. Aguirre in the 14th minute gave Uruguay confidence and control of the match.
  • ▸ G. de Arrascaeta's goal in the 58th minute marked a crucial turning point, effectively putting the match out of reach for Peru.