Argentina vs Peru LIVE: Game on at La Bombonera

Enzo Fernandez recovered the ball in midfield and passed it to Alexis Mac Allister, who combined with Julian Alvarez. Alvarez took a shot, but Pedro Gallese easily saved it.

Another great play by the hosts! This time, it was Gonzalo Montiel who couldn't find the net. 

Rodri De Paul with a long-pass to Alexis Mac Allister, but he can't find anyone in the box. Argentina are getting closer to the first goal. 

Nicolas Otamendi stops a dangerous attack from Guerrero. Corner kick for Peru. 

Messi played Montiel in, but Tagliafico's shot cleared the bar. Argentina are controlling the ball in the first minutes. 

The match between Argentina and Peru for Matchday 12 of FIFA 2026 World Cup Qualifiers is on! 

Players from both countries are on the pitch for the national anthems. Everything is ready for the start of the match. 

Argentina has held the top spot in the FIFA Men's Rankings for the past 18 months, breaking their own record of 11 months. But they could lose their lead if they don't beat Peru, especially after France's recent win.

Messi has a perfect record against Peru, remaining unbeaten in nine encounters. He's netted three goals, provided one assist, and guided his teams to a record of six wins and three draws.

Argentina return to Estadio Alberto J. Armando stadium, mostly known as La Bombonera. It has a capacity of 54,000 people. The last time La Albiceleste played in Boca Juniors’ stadium, it was against Uruguay in November 2023. The hosts lost 2-0.

Fans cheer prior to the South American FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Argentina and Peru at Estadio Alberto J. Armando (Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images)

Argentina will wear a special kit tonight, which Adidas released to celebrate 50 years since they first partnered in 1974.

🇦🇷 Selección Argentina ⭐⭐⭐

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#Eliminatorias Mirá lo que es esa camiseta 🔥🇦🇷

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According to RPP Noticias, Peru is going to play with: Pedro Gallese; Miguel Araujo, Carlos Zambrano, Alexander Callens; Oliver Sonne, Jesus Castillo, Andy Polo, Sergio Peña, Luis Advincula; Paolo Guerrero and Alex Valera.

Luis Advíncula of Peru controls the ball during the South American Qualifier match between Peru and Chile (Daniel Apuy/Getty Images)

The referee of tonight’s match between Argentina and Peru is Colombian Wilmar Roldan. He has officiated several matches for La Albiceleste. The last one took place in 2023, when Argentina was defeated by Uruguay.

• Referee: Wilmar Roldan
• Assistant 1: John Leon
• Assistant 2: Jhon Gallego
• Fourth official: Carlos Betancur
• VAR: Yadir Acuña
• AVAR: Heider Castro

Argentina’s line up has been confirmed by journalist Gaston Edul. The team that will face Peru consists of: Emiliano Martinez; Gonzalo Montiel, Leonardo Balerdi, Nicolas Otamendi, Nicolas Tagliafico; Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister; Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez.

It will be Messi's last match of 2024.

Lionel Messi of Argentina looks on (Christian Alvarenga/Getty Images)

The clash between Argentina and Peru for the Matchday 12 of 2026 World Cup Qualifiers will kick off at 7:00 PM (ET).

If you want to watch the match between Argentina and Peru in the US, you have several options: Fubo (free trial), Telemundo, DirecTV Stream, ViX.

Welcome to our live blog of the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers match between Argentina and Peru!

The two teams will face each other at La Bombonera in Buenos Aires, Argentina. La Albiceleste, with Lionel Messi, want to end the year with a win, after coming from a 2-1 defeat against Paraguay.

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