Peru Secure Comfortable 2-0 Victory Over Bolivia in International Friendly

Peru claimed a 2-0 victory over Bolivia in an international friendly on 14 November 2026. The decisive moments came through a clinical penalty from G. Lapadula in the first half and a late strike from M. Castro to secure the win.

The match began with Peru taking an early lead in the 13th minute when G. Lapadula converted a penalty to make the score 1-0. While Bolivia controlled much of the ball, with 59% possession compared to Peru's 41%, they struggled to penetrate the Peruvian defence effectively. Bolivia attempted to adjust their lineup early in the second half, with Robson Matheus replacing C. A. Melgar in the 46th minute, but they were unable to find an equaliser.

As the game progressed, discipline became an issue for both sides. M. Lopez received a yellow card for Peru in the 62nd minute, while Miguelito and O. Lopez were cautioned for Bolivia. Peru made several tactical changes in the 67th minute, introducing O. Mora, R. Vilca, and J. Vidales to refresh the squad. Bolivia responded with their own substitutions, including the introduction of O. Lopez and N. Nacif later in the half.

Despite Bolivia's ability to complete a high number of passes—472 compared to Peru's 305—they failed to create any big chances throughout the match. Peru, however, proved more efficient in front of goal. In the 87th minute, M. Castro found the net to make it 2-0, following an assist from J. Pretell. This goal effectively ended the contest, despite late substitutions from both managers to close out the friendly.

Statistically, the match was a contest of efficiency versus volume. Bolivia recorded 104 attacks and 120 passes into the final third, yet they finished the game with an expected goals (xG) of 0.61. Peru showed greater clinical precision, recording an xG of 1.4 and creating three big chances. The Peruvian goalkeeper made four saves to preserve the clean sheet, while Bolivia's goalkeeper made two saves.