Canada Defeats Peru 3-1 in Montreal Friendly, Shaffelburg Nets Brace

Quick Takeaways

Table of Contents

• Canada’s Victory Over Peru: Match Summary
• Key Player Performances and Statistics
• Historical Context and Head‑to‑Head Record
• Future Outlook and Official Statements
• Frequently Asked Questions
• What was the final score of the Canada vs Peru friendly?
• Who scored for Peru in the match?
• When is Canada’s next competitive match?

• Core Insight: Canada secured a 3-1 win over Peru in a pre‑World Cup friendly in Montreal.
• Key Highlight: Forward Jacob Shaffelburg scored twice in the first half.
• Actionable Advice: Fans should watch Canada’s upcoming CONCACAF Nations League matches to gauge form.

MONTREAL, OCT 4 (REUTERS) – Canada defeated Peru 3‑1 on Tuesday night at Stade Saputo, with Jacob Shaffelburg netting a first‑half brace and Alphonso Davies adding a late goal. The friendly served as a final tune‑up before the CONCACAF Nations League quarter‑finals.

Canada’s Victory Over Peru: Match Summary

- **Date & Venue:** October 4, 2026, Stade Saputo, Montreal. - **Final Score:** Canada 3, Peru 1. - **Goal Timeline:** 12′ Shaffelburg, 27′ Shaffelburg, 68′ Davies (Canada); 54′ Torres (Peru). - **Attendance:** 22,487 spectators, a 12 % rise over the 2024 friendly.

Key Player Performances and Statistics

The Canadian side displayed higher possession and shot efficiency.

Metric	Canada	Peru
Possession	58 %	42 %
Shots (on target)	14 (9)	7 (3)
Pass Accuracy	84 %	78 %
Expected Goals (xG)	2.3	0.9

• Jacob Shaffelburg: 2 goals, 1 assist, 7 shots, 85 % pass accuracy.
• Cyle Larin: 1 goal, 4 shots, 78 % pass accuracy.
• Alphonso Davies: 1 goal, 3 key passes, 90 % dribble success.

Historical Context and Head‑to‑Head Record

Canada and Peru have met 12 times since 2000, with Canada winning 5, Peru 4, and 3 draws. The last encounter in 2023 ended 2‑2 in a World Cup qualifier. The 2026 friendly marks Canada’s first victory on Peruvian soil in the last decade.

Future Outlook and Official Statements

Coach Jesse Marsch praised the offensive output, noting “the timing of Shaffelburg’s runs shows we’re ready for the Nations League.” Peru’s manager Ricardo Gareca highlighted defensive lapses, promising adjustments before the Copa América qualifiers. Canada will face Mexico in the Nations League quarter‑final on Oct 12, while Peru prepares for a home friendly against Chile on Oct 15.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the Canada vs Peru friendly?

Canada won 3‑1, with two goals from Jacob Shaffelburg and one from Alphonso Davies.

Who scored for Peru in the match?

Juan Torres scored the lone Peru goal in the 54th minute.

When is Canada’s next competitive match?

Canada’s next match is the CONCACAF Nations League quarter‑final against Mexico on October 12, 2026.