Vasco take on Botafogo with changes to the starting line-up | OneFootball

Vasco concluded on Wednesday (10) the preparation for the decisive match against Botafogo, for the return leg of the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil, and will have important changes in the starting lineup.

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Fernando Diniz in Vasco 1 x 1 Atlético-MG for the Brasileirão — Photo: Thiago Ribeiro/AGIF

The midfielder Jair remains out after a serious injury, which is expected to sideline him for about a year. Besides him, Carlos Cuesta, recently signed, will not be able to play as he has not yet been registered for the competition.

The good news for coach Fernando Diniz is the recovery of two starting players: Paulo Henrique and Tchê Tchê, who were dealing with medical issues before the FIFA break. The tendency is that both will be available and strengthen the team.

Despite the arrival of Robert Renan and Matheus França, who are expected to be included, Diniz opted to maintain the core of the team that was being fielded before the break. The coach believes it is not yet time to push players coming from periods of inactivity, especially due to the synthetic pitch and the need for team cohesion.

Probable lineup for Vasco against Botafogo:

The match takes place this Thursday (11), at 9:30 PM, at the Nilton Santos Stadium. After the draw at São Januário, whoever wins secures a spot in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil. In case of another draw, the decision will be made by penalties.

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Sport vs Vasco da Gama for the Brazilian Championship held at Ilha do Retiro on August 31, 2025. Photos: Matheus Lima/Vasco.

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