Óscar Ibáñez Out as Peru National Team Coach; Search for Replacement Begins
lima, Peru – The Peruvian Football Federation (FPF) has announced the departure of Óscar Ibáñez as head coach of the Peruvian national team, effective immediately. The decision comes following a disappointing 0-1 loss to Paraguay on the final day of South American qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The FPF released a statement expressing gratitude to Ibáñez and his technical staff for their “obligation and commitment” during their six-match tenure. While details surrounding the decision weren’t explicitly stated, the results – one win, two draws, and three losses – clearly signaled a need for change.
“The Peruvian team begins a new era with optimism and vision of the future,” the FPF statement read. “the FPF… undertakes a process of conversion aimed at strengthening its technical, sports and administrative capabilities, with an integral and sustainable projection towards 2030.”
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Fixtures and the Search for a New Leader
Peru will participate in FIFA international dates in October and November, with a amiable match against Chile in Concepción already scheduled. November will see further action with confirmed friendlies against Russia on the 12th and another clash with Chile on the 18th.
The FPF has indicated that the search for a new coach will be thorough, prioritizing a candidate “aligned with the strategic vision of the FPF” and committed to building a “solid future” for all peruvian national selections. The process will involve an “exhaustive evaluation” of potential candidates.
Ibáñez’s Brief Stint: A Statistical Overview
Ibáñez took the helm of the Peruvian national team recently and oversaw the following results:
Matches: 6
Goals Scored: 3
Goals Conceded: 6
Record: 1 Win,2 Draws,3 Losses
Key Matches Under Ibáñez:
Peru 3-1 Bolivia (Qualifying)
Venezuela 1-0 Peru (Qualifying)
Colombia 0-0 peru (Qualifying)
Peru 0-0 ecuador (qualifying)
Uruguay 3-0 Peru (Qualifying)
Peru 0-1 Paraguay (Qualifying)
The FPF’s announcement marks a significant turning point for Peruvian football,as the nation looks to rebuild and prepare for future competitions. The coming weeks will be crucial as the federation seeks a new leader to guide the team forward.