The Matchday 15 World Cup 2026 qualifier between Colombia and Peru will take place on June 6 at the Metropolitano Stadium in Barranquilla. Colombia vs. Peru: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Colombia
The team has been unable to secure a victory in their last four consecutive matches in the World Cup qualifying cycle. After three narrow defeats, Colombia managed a draw against Paraguay at home (2-2). Nestor Lorenzo's squad has dropped to sixth place but still has a good chance of qualifying for the World Cup. They are five points ahead of their closest pursuer.
- Colombia has not won in 9 of their last 13 World Cup qualification matches (5 draws and 4 losses).
- At least two goals have been scored in 6 of Colombia's last 8 games in this tournament.
- At home, Colombia has not lost in 7 of their last 8 World Cup qualifying matches (5 wins and 2 draws).
Predicted lineup for Colombia (4-4-2)
Camilo Vargas – Jhon Lucumi, Daniel Munoz, Yerry Mina, Davinson Sanchez – Jhon Arias, James Rodriguez, Richard Rios, Jefferson Lerma – Luis Diaz, Jhon Duran.
Peru
Oscar Ibanez's team shares the last spot in the group with Chile, having 10 points, but they still have a chance to qualify for the World Cup. Securing a direct ticket will be tough, but they can aim for the 7th place, which allows for a playoff match – they are five points behind this position. In March, Peru predictably defeated Bolivia at home (3-1), but then lost away to Venezuela 0-1. Notably, Peru has the weakest attack in the group, with only six goals scored.
- In their last 14 World Cup qualifying matches, Peru has only two wins (4 draws and 8 losses).
- At least one team failed to score in 6 of Peru's last 7 World Cup qualifying games.
- Peru has been unable to score in the first half in nine consecutive away matches in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Peru (4-4-2)
Pedro Gallese – Luis Advincula, Marcos Lopez, Carlos Zambrano, Renzo Garces – Andy Polo, Renato Tapia, Andre Carrillo, Pedro Aquino – Bryan Reyna, Jose Paolo Guerrero.
Referee
Wilton Sampaio (Brazil)
Matches – 11 (International matches, 2024–2025);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 57;
Average yellow cards per match – 5.2;
Red cards shown – 0;
Average fouls per match – 25;
Penalties – 36%.
Colombia vs. Peru: Match Prediction
Peru is unlikely to secure a direct spot in the World Cup. The team has struggled in the qualifying cycle, with bright spots only appearing in home matches. Away, Peru has an eight-match winless streak in World Cup qualification, and they have not scored a single goal during this stretch. Therefore, in the upcoming match, I foresee a "clean" victory for the hosts.
Colombia has faltered in their last four qualifying matches, so they desperately need three points to increase their chances of finishing in the top six. The team is strong at home, having defeated Brazil and Argentina in this qualifying cycle. Additionally, in about half of their home World Cup qualifying matches, Colombia has kept a clean sheet.
My prediction: Colombia to win with a clean sheet
