Senegal vs Peru Betting Tips & Prediction – Close Match Expected
Peru displayed a commendable performance in their recent friendly match, securing a 2-0 victory against Bolivia. This match marks a promising beginning under the new leadership of national coach Mano Menezes. The team's execution sets an optimistic tone for future fixtures, particularly against Senegal, whose motivation appears questionable. Thus, it seems plausible to predict Peru could secure either a draw or a win in upcoming games. Such results reflect the positive momentum being fostered under Menezes’ guidance, sparking enthusiasm among fans and analysts alike.
- Peru are hoping for improvements under new coach Menezes
- We are backing them to cause trouble against favored Senegal
- Check our full preview for Senegal vs Peru below
A couple of big names are missing for Senegal, so I don’t view them as massive favorites against Peru who are playing their first match under new head coach. I am backing the South American side in the double chance market.
- Key Stats
- One Previous Meeting
- Senegal Dominated at AFCON 2025
- Peru’s First Appearance Under New Coach
- Predicted Lineups & Team News
Key Stats
- Peru are unbeaten in 2 of their last 3 matches.
- Peru beat Senegal 1-0 in their previous head to head match.
One Previous Meeting
These two sides locked horns just once so far, Peru claiming a 1-0 victory in June 2011 (friendly match).
Senegal Dominated at AFCON 2025
Senegal are coming off great performances at AFCON 2025 where they won the title on the pitch, which was recently taken away from them.
Their playoff run started with a 3-1 comeback victory against Sudan in the Round of 16, before they proceeded to eliminate Mali 1-0 and Egypt 1-0 to reach the grand final.
The grand final against Morocco saw no winner after 120 minutes of play, leading to a penalty shootout victory for Senegal. Pape Gueye was their top scorer in the tournament with three goals, while Sadio Mane contributed two goals and three assists.
Peru’s First Appearance Under New Coach
Peru had disappointing World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign, finishing 9th in South America with just 12 points after 18 rounds, netting only six goals.
They played four friendly matches in late 2025, suffering two losses against Chile (2-1 on both occasions), drawn against Russia 1-1, while beating Bolivia 2-0.
Peru started this year under new leadership, Brazilian expert Mano Menezes appointed as the new national coach in late January and this is going to be his debut.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
Senegal (4-3-3) Edouard Mendy, Antoine Mendy, Kalidou Koulibaly, Moussa Niakhate, El Hadji Malick Diouf, Lamine Camara, Idrissa Gueye, Pape Gueye, Iliman Ndiaye, Nicolas Jackson, Ismaila Sarr
Senegal will be without their star player Sadio Mane who suffered an ankle injury. Abdou Diallo is also sidelined with an injury. Idrissa Gueye has the most appearances for the national team on this roster (128).
Peru (4-2-3-1) Pedro Gallese, Marco Huaman, Renzo Garces, Miguel Araujo, Marcos Lopez, Alfonso Barco, Jesus Castillo, Yoshimar Yotun, Andre Carrillo, Joao Grimaldo, Alex Valera
Yoshimar Yotun is currently at 130 appearances for the national team. Edison Flores and Jordy Reyna were not called up this time, while Gianluca Lapadula was out of contention due to an injury.
Yoshimar Yotun is currently at 130 appearances for the national team. Edison Flores and Jordy Reyna were not called up this time, while Gianluca Lapadula was out of contention due to an injury.
Verdict
Peru looked great in their most recent friendly, beating Bolivia 2-0, and they are expected to improve under new national coach Mano Menezes. I doubt Senegal’s motivation here, so backing Peru to grab a draw or win looks like a solid option.
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