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Peru boost World Cup qualifying hopes as late winner puts Colombia in trouble

Peru’s players celebrate in front of their fans after a dramatic victory in Barranquilla
Peru’s players celebrate in front of their fans after a dramatic victory in Barranquilla. Photograph: Fernando Vergara/AP

Edison Flores scored a late goal for Peru to earn a 1-0 away win against Colombia on Friday, boosting their chances of qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Flores, a half-time substitute, struck after 85 minutes to give Peru a priceless victory in Barranquilla. The DC United winger raced on to a through ball and fired a low, angled shot which David Ospina allowed in at his near post.

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