Qualifying for a World Cup is always a special moment in a nation's sporting history, but Peru fans took it to the next level as they secured their ticket to Russia.

Peru booked their place in the World Cup for the first time since 1982 with a nail-biting 2-0 victory over New Zealand in Lima.

It was all to play for after a 0-0 draw in the first leg in New Zealand, but it was Peru who dominated on their home turf right from the off.

Their efforts were rewarded when Jefferson Farfan lashed home an unstoppable shot from near the penalty spot 27 minutes into the match, after a perfect ball from Christian Cueva.

When the goal went in, Sismo Detector (Earthquake Detector) - an app designed to warn people of impending natural disaster - released an alert that an earthquake had been detected in Lima.

However, Siesmology Chile - a Twitter account related to the app - later clarified: "INCREDIBLE | Sismo Alert Detector would have activated in the District of Lima due to the celebration of Peru's goal to New Zealand."

​The account said that the 'earthquake' detection occurred "at the exact moment" of Farfan's goal, and that, apparently, "the emotion of the Peruvians made the application activate" with the "ground vibration generated by the fans".

Christian Ramos pushed the Incas further ahead with a second goal on 65 minutes, easily tucking away a loose ball from close range.

The All Whites looked dangerous at times, especially after bringing on attacking star Chris Wood for the second half, but they could not capitalise on their chances.

Wood had a chance in the final minute of regular time, but pushed just wide under pressure from the goalkeeper.

Peru are the final country to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, following on from Australia's victory over Honduras on Wednesday.

Additional reporting by the Press Association.