Peru vs Uruguay Prediction 12.10.2024 | World Cup Qualifiers

• Competition: WC Qualifiers South America
• Date: Saturday, 12th, October 2024
• Kickoff: 02:30 UK / 03.30 CEST
• Venue: Estadio Nacional de Lima (Lima)

Looking to keep pace with Argentina at the top, Uruguay will travel to Estadio Nacional de Lima to face a struggling Peru in the ninth round of World Cup qualifiers on Saturday.

Ranked 43rd on the FIFA list, Peru left a rather poor impression in recent tournaments, with the most notable example being this summer’s Copa America, where they packed their bags after the group stage, having earned just a single point from three matches. Even worse, La Blanquirroja are facing the very real danger of missing the World Cup for the second time in a row, as they find themselves cemented at the bottom of the CONMEBOL qualification standings, which is hardly surprising given they’ve only managed to collect a mere three points.

The next to visit the capital of Peru will be Uruguay, a national side that is considered one of the most powerful on the South American continent and will try to maintain an excellent rhythm in the World Cup qualifiers. Led by Marco Bielsa, La Celeste claimed a bronze finish at Copa America 2024, while they are on the verge of clinching a fifth straight World Cup qualification, sitting comfortably in third place just three points off top-spot Argentina.

Peru vs Uruguay Betting Tips: URUGUAY TO WIN

It is evident that Peru no longer poses a stumbling block for the big beasts as they once did, and it seems highly unlikely that they will be able to contain the bolstered Uruguayan side, so backing the visitors is our top choice. It sounds incredible, but La Blanquirroja are enduring a horror qualifying campaign for the World Cup, as they have failed to win any of their first eight matches, and a dismal tally of just three points leaves them sitting at the bottom of the table. 

To make matters even more concerning, Jorge Fossati’s men have appeared utterly toothless in front of goal lately, as they shockingly fired blanks in 10 out of their last 12 competitive outings. It is true that the Uruguayans were involved in some of the dullest affairs in September, managing goalless draws against both Paraguay and Venezuela, but the return of Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez will undoubtedly bolster their strength in the attack of this qualification cycle. 

The impressive draws mean that Le Celeste have remained unbeaten on goal for five consecutive World Cup qualifying matches, and there are strong chances they will secure another shutout against a Peru side that appears completely toothless in attack. On the other hand, Nunez's return is expected to significantly bolster Uruguay's attacking line, and we hope he will do enough to help them sail smoothly to crucial three points.