Cristian Benavente (25 years old) is expected to start in the friendly match between the Peruvian National Team and Colombia. This possibility arises after the statements made by coach Ricardo Gareca about the Nantes player from France.
"Cristian Benavente is very eager. Every time he comes with the Peruvian National Team, he shows great interest. Now he has a very good present in Nantes behind the striker," said Gareca in a press conference.
The 'Tigre' Gareca added that Benavente and Sergio Peña "have a nice opportunity to be taken into account. We believe they are in a position to have chances either starting or coming on as substitutes, but in both cases there are great possibilities," he added.
The Peruvian National Team will face Colombia in a match to be held on November 15 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, starting at 8:30 p.m. (Peruvian time).