Venezuela secured a 1-0 victory over Peru in their FIFA World Cup qualifying match on March 25, 2025, at the Estadio Monumental de Maturín in Monagas, Venezuela. The decisive goal came in the 41st minute when Salomón Rondón converted a penalty.
This win is significant for Venezuela as they strive to qualify for their first-ever World Cup. Historically, they have faced challenges in the qualifiers, but recent performances have shown promise.
For Peru, the loss adds to their struggles in the qualifiers, leaving them with two wins, four draws, and eight losses, placing them ninth in the CONMEBOL standings with 10 points.
Looking ahead, Venezuela will face Bolivia in their next match, aiming to continue their push for a World Cup spot.