Bahia to change defence and midfield for Copa do Brasil v Vasco | OneFootball

Bahia wrapped up their preparations on Saturday morning to face Vasco and is expected to take the field with important changes in defense and midfield. With only two days of training, Rogério Ceni finished the week with a tactical session at Cidade Tricolor, adjusting the team for this Sunday’s match at 4pm at Arena Fonte Nova.

Without Mateo Sanabria (injured), Ruan Pablo (with the U-17 National Team), and now also without David Duarte, who suffered a muscle injury in his thigh against Fortaleza, Ceni is likely to bring in Kanu. The defender, who recently returned after a long recovery, emerges as the main option to occupy the right side of the defense.

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Michel Araujo returns to training with Bahia after injury — Photo: Divulgação/EC Bahia

In midfield, the tendency is for Michel Araujo to return, having served a suspension in the last round. He should reclaim the spot that was filled by Erick. As a result, Everton Ribeiro is expected to start once again on the bench.

Probable Bahia lineup:Ronaldo; Gilberto, Kanu, Ramos Mingo, and Luciano Juba; Caio Alexandre, Jean Lucas, and Michel Araujo (Everton Ribeiro); Ademir, Erick Pulga, and Willian José.

Bahia and Vasco face off at 4pm (Brasília time), with broadcast on TV Globo, Premiere, and ge TV.

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