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President: 'The hearts of more than 32 million Peruvians are with you'

15:51 | Lima, May. 30.

Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra on Wednesday wished national soccer team members a safe journey, as he met with them at Lima-based National Sports Village (Videna) where they held their last training session before heading for Europe.

The presidential delegation arrived at Videna at 11:00 AM (local time).

Via Twitter, the Head of State shared images of his meeting with the 23-man squad and technical staff.

He went on to add the hearts of more than 32 million Peruvians are with the team.

As is known, Peru managed to defeat its Scottish counterpart (2-0) in a friendly match held on Tuesday night at Lima's National Stadium.

The game marked the Inca squad's farewell to its country before heading for Europe for its last two friendlies. Within this framework, it will face Saudi Arabia in Switzerland (June 3) and host-team Sweden (June 9).

As is known, Peru qualified for the FIFA World Cup after 36 years. The squad is placed in Group C, along with France, Denmark, and Australia.

The Incas' first match will be played against Denmark (June 16). Then, they will clash with France (June 21) and face Australia (June 26).

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Published: 5/30/2018