Jorge Fossati Announces First Squad with Peru National Team
On Monday, Jorge Fossati unveiled his first call-up for the Peruvian National Team, a list that differed slightly from his predecessor Juan Reynoso but still bore his personal touch. The former Peru coach selected 31 players for the upcoming matches against Bolivia and Venezuela in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, while the former Universitario coach called up 29 players to face Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic.
Notable similarities in the squad included goalkeepers Pedro Gallese, Carlos Cáceda, and Diego Romero, with Alejandro Duarte replacing Alejandro Duarte in the goalkeeping lineup. The defensive lineup saw a more expansive selection from Fossati, who opts for a three-defender system, with players like Miguel Araujo, Alexander Callens, Luis Abram, and Aldo Corzo making the cut. However, Carlos Zambrano was omitted from the squad, with Anderson Santamaría, Erick Noriega, and Carlos Ascues joining the defensive lineup.
The midfield saw some changes, with Wilder Cartagena, Sergio Peña, and Piero Quispe earning spots, while injured players like Renato Tapia, Pedro Aquino, and Yoshimar Yotun were left out. In the attacking department, familiar faces like Paolo Guerrero, Gianluca Lapadula, and Edison Flores were included, alongside newcomers Jose Rivera and Alex Valera.
Fossati’s squad showcases his unique vision for the team, as they gear up for crucial matches in the World Cup Qualifiers. Fans are eager to see how this new lineup performs under the guidance of their new coach.