The Peruvian national team is preparing to unveil a new roster for its upcoming friendly against Bolivia, a selection that marks a potential shift in strategy for head coach Mano Menezes. The official list of players is set to be released on Thursday, November 5, at 11:00 a.m. local time, and will be broadcast via the Bicolor+ streaming platform, according to reports from Diario Libero.
Among the names circulating ahead of the announcement is 19-year-old midfielder Francesco Andrealli, who currently plays for the Italian club Como.
Match details for the November FIFA window
The friendly match between Peru and Bolivia is scheduled for Friday, November 13, at 8:00 p.m. local time. The contest will take place at the Estadio Alejandro Villanueva, commonly known as Matute. Jean Ferrari, general manager of football at the Peruvian Football Federation (FPF), confirmed that the decision to host the game at the Alianza Lima venue rather than the Monumental was driven by both the quality of the pitch and commercial considerations.
“The coaching staff inspected the stadiums,” Jean Ferrari told RPP, noting that the condition of the grass gave Matute an advantage in the sporting decision, while commercial analysis regarding the schedule influenced the selection of the November 13 date.
Selection challenges and roster expectations
Mano Menezes enters this window facing pressure to improve results following a difficult run of form. The Bicolor has struggled in recent outings, recording three losses—against the United States, Canada, and Colombia—and a single draw against Mexico. Reports indicate that the coaching staff has spent recent weeks monitoring performances within the Liga 1 to identify new alternatives.
While the full roster remains pending, multiple sources have reported potential changes to the lineup. Source reports suggest that the list may include the return of Andy Polo, while noting that goalkeeper Pedro Gallese, currently playing for Deportivo Cali, is expected to be included. PrimerTiempo.CO reported that Gallese’s absence will force Deportivo Cali to reorganize their lineup during the international break, as he has been a key player for the team.
Training schedule and team preparations
Following the announcement on November 5, the national team is expected to begin its training sessions on Monday, November 9. The match against Bolivia will serve as the sole friendly for Peru during this FIFA window, as the team was unable to secure a second opponent for the period. The federation has already confirmed that a subsequent friendly against Panama is planned for December in Cusco.
Tickets for the November 13 clash are currently available through the Ticketmaster platform, with pricing tiers set at S/49 for Sur and Norte sections, S/99 for Oriente, and S/139 for Occidente.
