Peru and Venezuela will bid to repeat their success at the previous Copa America when they get their Group A campaigns up and running.
Both sides reached the quarter-finals at the special Centenario edition in 2016, but being in a pool alongside hosts Brazil means they are likely battling for second place this time around.
Venezuela s record goalscorer Salomon Rondon is likely to lead the line, keeping Josef Martinez out of the team, while Peru will rely on Paolo Guerrero for their goals.
The veteran forward has hit 11 goals in his 19 career appearances at the Copa America, with Venezuela goalkeeper Wuilker Farinez wary of his threat.
This game will be key for us, said Farinez.
Peru are a strong and forceful team. All their players are import…