Manuel Barreto Calls Up Two Players for Friendly Against Chile

The Peruvian Football Federation (FPF) has officially announced the selection of two players, Álvaro Rojas and D’Alessandro Montenegro, for the upcoming friendly match against Chile. This match will take place in Santiago.

Players Called Up for the Friendly Against Chile

• Álvaro Rojas
• D’Alessandro Montenegro

Álvaro Rojas

Álvaro Rojas is a 20-year-old midfielder known for his versatility as a mixed or interior player. He has gained valuable experience by participating in two South American U-20 Championships and the U-23 Pre-Olympic tournament in 2024. Currently, Rojas is part of Universitario but plays on loan at Juan Pablo II.

D’Alessandro Montenegro

At 22 years old, D’Alessandro Montenegro plays as a right-back. He has been rising in the ranks of Peruvian football, especially as the team looks for depth in this position, where only Matías Lazo is currently available. Notably, Montenegro has not previously represented any youth national teams.

Both players transitioned from being sparring partners at the Videna training facilities to potential debutants for the national team in this significant match at the Estadio Bicentenario de La Florida.

Match Details

The friendly match against Chile represents an important opportunity for these young talents to showcase their skills on an international stage. Fans are eager to see how Rojas and Montenegro will perform.