Has Peru Won the World Cup?
Quick answer: No. Peru has never won the FIFA World Cup. Best finish: Quarter-finals (1970, 1978).
Peru have never won the World Cup. Quarter-finals in 1970 and 1978 — with Teófilo Cubillas starring — remain their peak. Full squad history and stats: Peru team page.
Peru World Cup Record
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| World Cup titles | 0 |
| Appearances | 5 |
| Best finish | Quarter-finals (1970, 1978) |
Trace every World Cup winner and see where Peru fit on the all-time champions list.
Memorable World Cup Moments for Peru
- 1970: Beat Bulgaria and Morocco; lost to Brazil in the quarter-finals.
- 1978: Beat Scotland and Iran; lost to Brazil and Argentina in the second group stage.
- 2018: Return after 36 years — competitive group with France and Denmark.
- 5 World Cup appearances — fewer than many South American rivals.
Closest Peru Came to Winning
1970 and 1978 quarter-finals — Brazil eliminated Peru both times.
Why Fans Ask About Peru and the World Cup
Peru's passionate fanbase and historic 1970s sides keep the 'could they win?' question alive.
How Peru Compare to World Cup Champions
Peru have never passed the quarter-finals — Colombia matched that in 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Peru ever won the World Cup?
No.
Has Peru won the World Cup?
No. Best finish: Quarter-finals (1970, 1978).
How many times has Peru won the World Cup?
0 — zero titles.
How many World Cups has Peru played?
5 appearances.
What is Peru's best World Cup finish?
Quarter-finals (1970, 1978).
Did Peru win the recent World Cup?
No.