In a match that fell short of expectations, Chile and Peru played out a goalless draw in their Copa América 2024 opener at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The ‘Clásico del Pacífico’ failed to ignite, with both teams exhibiting a lack of sharpness in front of goal, resulting in a stalemate that leaves them both in pursuit of Group A leaders Argentina.Veteran goalkeeper Claudio Bravo, at 41 years old, was a standout for Chile, making key saves to deny Peru’s attackers, including a header by Miguel Araujo and multiple attempts by Gianluca Lapadula. On the other side, Peru’s defense, led by Araujo and Callens, held firm, thwarting Chile’s advances and keeping Alexis Sánchez at bay.The draw has set the stage for pivotal upcoming matches in the group, with Peru scheduled to face Canada, while Chile braces for a tough encounter with Argentina. The outcomes of these games will be crucial in shaping the path to the knockout stages, as both Chile and Peru aim to improve on their opening performances.
Key points
- Chile and Peru’s Copa América opener ended in a 0-0 draw, leaving both teams tied for second in Group A.
- Claudio Bravo’s goalkeeping heroics for Chile and a solid defensive display from Peru’s backline were the highlights of a match that lacked goals.
- The result sets up critical next matches for both teams, with Peru facing Canada and Chile up against Argentina.
