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David Ospina's indirect free kick mistake aids Peru's World Cup hopes

Colombia forward Radamel Falcao insists the team were solely focused on winning their game, despite what was happening elsewhere. Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina says he did not expect Peru's indirect set-piece equaliser to be fired at goal by Paolo Guerrero as Colombia were held to a 1-1 draw on Tuesday. The outcome in Lima allowed Colombia to qualify directly for the 2018 World Cup, while securing Peru fifth place and a playoff spot against New Zealand. Chile, who lost 3-0 at Brazil, ended up in sixth place -- level on 26 points with Peru -- and saw their World Cup qualifying bid end. Peru's equaliser -- following James Rodriguez's opener -- came about when Guerrero struck an...
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