Peru vs Denmark, World Cup 2018 - as it happened: Yussuf Poulsen edges Danes to victory

Re-live all the action from the Group C match

2018 Russia World Cup in numbers

Peru have not qualified to the World Cup in 32 years, but finally booked a spot for Russia after a 2-0 victory over New Zealand in the second leg of their play-off.

However, their preparation has been badly disrupted by captain Paolo Guerrero's failed drugs test, and while he is available for their World Cup opener against Denmark, his availability has not gone without its controversy.

The Danes will clearly hope to take advantage of this, with Age Hareide's squad looking to make a comeback after their failed attempt to propel themselves out of their group back in 2010.

Kep player Christian Eriksen is also in good form after scoring a hat-trick against the Republic of Ireland in the play-offs.

Follow all the live action below…

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What time is kick-off?

Peru vs Denmark kicks off at 5pm BST.

Where can I watch it?

The game will be shown on ITV.

Odds

Peru: 9/4

Denmark: 11/8

Draw: 21/10

Prediction

Peru 1-2 Denmark.

But who do you think will win? Let us know by voting above.

Key Points

• It's day three in Russia and an action packed day featuring four games from Groups C and D
• Paul Pogba scores late winner as France beat Australia
• Lionel Messi misses a penalty as Argentina draw with Iceland
• Yussuf Poulsen winner edges Denmark out to victory
• Croatia take on Nigeria in Kaliningrad at 8pm

[16 June 2018 16:56 · Sam Dymond]

It's national anthem time.

On this showing, you have to say it's advantage Peru. Sung passionately by the players, roared from the stands.

[16 June 2018 17:00 · Sam Dymond]

KICK-OFF: Christian Eriksen gets the game underway with a one-man showing that perhaps is a sign of things to come. Denmark, all in red, are attacking from right to left against Peru, back at the World Cup finals for the first time in 36 years.

[16 June 2018 17:04 · Sam Dymond]

2 mins: Early pressure from the Peruvians has Denmark on their toes. An overhit cross from the left is kept alive by Jefferson Farfan before the two number 20s, Edison Flores and Yussuf Yurary Poulsen, clash in the area. In the right place, referee Bakary Gassama says no penalty.

[16 June 2018 17:06 · Sam Dymond]

5 mins: Another Peru attack ends with a wild 30-yard shot from Luis Advincula sailing into the stands. However, more of a concern for the South Americans was the shape their defence took when Denmark pushed forward a minute earlier. A defence all at sea.

[16 June 2018 17:09 · Sam Dymond]

8 mins: Another long range effort, this one at least 35 yards from goal, is much more threatening. It's so cleanly and powerfully hit by Yoshimar Yotun that either side of Kasper Schmeichel and I may have been describing one of the great World Cup strikes. As it is, it thumped straight into the body of the Denmark goalkeeper.

[16 June 2018 17:12 · Sam Dymond]

11 mins: A third long range effort from Peru, this time from Edison Flores, who actually plays his football in Denmark with Aalborg. This one is off target but the South Americans clearly trust their shooting ability.

[16 June 2018 17:15 · Sam Dymond]

13 mins: Fine save by Schmeichel! Pione Sisto lost possession on his left, allowing Peru move to forward at pace. Andre Carrillo, who spent the season on loan at Watford, cut inside from the wing and curled his shot towards the far corner. Equal to it, however, was the Leicester City goalkeeper, pushing the ball to safety.

[16 June 2018 17:19 · Sam Dymond]

17 mins: The South Americans are showing so much energy all over the pitch. heir technical ability isn't bad either, it's just their decision making that could do with some work. Dispossessing Kvist in midfield, Yotun is so quick to play Carillo into space on the right. The forward then shows great skill before eventually running into trouble with teammates well positioned.

[16 June 2018 17:22 · Sam Dymond]

The Peruvians are performing a tactical masterclass to nullify Denmark's most dangerous asset. It seems some could learn a thing or two.

[16 June 2018 17:23 · Sam Dymond]

Here's a Danish milestone that keeps it in the family.