Andrey Fernandes marks historic night, Vasco title for family | OneFootball

Andrey celebrated winning the title Credits: Rafael Ribeiro / CBF

Scorer of both goals in the 2-0 win over Palmeiras that secured Vasco’s first-ever Brazilian Under-20 Championship title, Andrey Fernandes could not hide his emotion after the triumph at Nubank Parque. The forward dedicated the moment to his family and highlighted the prayers they said throughout the journey.

"There’s no way to even describe this moment. Only God knows how much I prayed, me and my whole family, for this moment. My father, my brother..." said Andrey.

The forward also praised the squad and recalled that the group had to deal with doubt throughout the competition. For Andrey, the victory in the final was the response the team needed to give on the pitch.

"This group here is wonderful. People doubted us, and today we can show all of Brazil what it means to be Vasco," he said.

With the two goals in the final, Andrey was decisive in Vasco’s comeback in the tie. After a 1-0 defeat in the first leg at São Januário, the team won 2-0 in São Paulo and claimed the Brazilian Under-20 title for the first time. During the celebrations, the forward also highlighted the support of the fans who followed the team in the final.

"These fans are wonderful, there’s no explaining it. Let’s go, Vasco," he concluded.

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