Peru eliminates Uruguay and qualifies for the semifinals of the Copa America Brazil 2019
Peru eliminated Uruguay and qualified for the semifinals of the Copa America Brazil 2019. The standout player of the match was Pedro Gallese who sought his redemption after the painful defeat against Brazil. The goalkeeper saved a penalty from Luis Suarez that was crucial for the qualification. Alianza Lima dedicated an emotional tribute to him in recognition of his outstanding performance against the 'charruas'.
"BECAUSE WE SHARE THIS JOY TOGETHER! Congratulations to the @SeleccionPeru for reaching the semifinals in the @CopaAmerica and especially to our goalkeeper, Pedro Gallese, who never gave up and rose as what he is... A GREAT! GO PERU! #GoAlianza," says the blanquiazul message.
Pedro Gallese went to the stands to see his son after the qualification of the Peruvian national team. (Capture and video: América TV)
The 'Pulpo' was immense. In the first penalty, against Luis Suarez, Pedro Gallese was brilliant and saved the shot with his body. Thus, Peru started the decisive penalty shootout on the right foot.
The Peruvian national team will face Chile in the semifinals, in the 'Clásico del Pacífico'. This match will be played on Wednesday, July 3rd, at the Arena do Gremio stadium in Porto Alegre, starting at 7:30 p.m. (Peruvian time).
Relive the penalty shootout that gave Peru the qualification to the semifinals. (América TV)
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