The second game of Copa America 2024 features Peru and Chile linking up Friday in Arlington, Texas for a Group A matchup. These squads are joined by Argentina and Canada in Group A, and Argentina took an early lead in the group with a 2-0 victory over Canada on Thursday. Both Peru and Chile have won this tournament twice in history. Peru are ranked 32nd in the world. Meanwhile, Chile are behind them at No. 42.
Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Chile are +120 favorites (risk $100 to win $120) in the latest Peru vs. Chile odds, while Peru are +300 underdogs. A 90-minute draw is priced +185 and the over/under for total goals scored is 1.5. Before locking in any Chile vs. Peru picks, you need to see what proven SportsLine soccer expert Brandt Sutton has to say.
Sutton, a former collegiate soccer player, has been SportsLine's top soccer editor for more than six years. He has followed soccer closely for much longer and factors in managerial tactics, projected lineups, and past performances to make the most-informed decisions possible, keeping his finger on the pulse of the game all over the globe.
Sutton finished 2022 as SportsLine's top soccer expert with a 165-130-2 mark, returning nearly $2,200 for $100 players. He was also profitable across multiple leagues in 2023, including the English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FA Cup, Europa League, and more.
Now, Sutton has broken down Peru vs. Chile from every angle and locked in his picks and Euro 2024 predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see Sutton's picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for Chile vs. Peru:
- Peru vs. Chile money line: Chile +120, Peru +300, Draw +185
- Peru vs. Chile over/under: 1.5 goals
- Peru vs. Chile spread: Chile -0.5 (+115)
- PERU: Peru are 2-4-2 over their last eight games
- CHILE: Chile have scored at least two goals in six of the last 12 games
- Peru vs. Chile picks: See picks here
Why Peru can cover
Peru have struggled to consistently create offensive opportunities over the past two years, scoring just 10 goals in 14 games. Despite that, they played stout defense and forced their opponents into tough spots. They've allowed just 12 goals in 13 games. Forward Gianluca Lapadula is one of their top players.
Lapadula appeared in 28 games with Cagliari in Serie A this season. He notched three goals and one assist. Goalkeeper Pedro Gallese suited up in the MLS with the Orlando City SC. The 34-year-old had 15 starts with 38 saves and three clean sheets. Gallese totaled three plus saves in four of his last six outings. See which team to pick here.
Why Chile can cover
Chile have multiple players who power their offense. Forward Víctor Dávila can attack from various positions, suiting up in 12 games for CSKA Moscow, finishing with five goals. In addition, he score three goals in three international friendly contests this year. Forward Eduardo Vargas played for Atlético-MG, tallying three goals on 12 shots.
On May 4, Vargas racked up two goals on three shots. Midfielder Erick Pulgar plays for Flamengo RJ in Brasileiro Série A. In 22 starts during the 2023 season, Pulgar put up two goals on 18 shots with three assists. Midfielder Marcelino Nuñez is an active playmaker. In the 2023-24 season with Norwich City in the EFL, Nuñez had two goals and three assists in 27 starts. See which team to pick here.
How to make Peru vs. Chile picks
Sutton has broken down Peru vs. Chile from every possible angle. He is leaning Under on the goal total and has locked in a confident best bet. He also is offering a full breakdown of this match. He's sharing his Copa America 2024 picks and analysis only at SportsLine.
So who wins Chile vs. Peru on Friday, and where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see which wagers in Peru vs. Chile have all the value, all from the soccer expert who returned nearly $2,200 for $100 players, and find out.
