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Video: Peru fans turn Wellington streets into sea of red and white, blocking traffic

November 11, 2017

Hundreds of Peru fans chanted and sang as they walked to Westpac Stadium for their team’s match against the All Whites. (Source: Other)

Hundreds of hyped up Peru fans making their way to Westpac Stadium slowed down Wellington traffic this afternoon.

The fans opted to walk on the road, turning the city streets into a sea of red and white, while chanting "Peru".

The FIFA World Cup qualifier between the All Whites and Peru is set to kick off at 4.15pm.

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