Ceni: Bahia struggled vs Vasco, key was "No Vegetti" | OneFootball

The victory of Bahia by 1-0 over Vasco da Gama on Wednesday (11) was analyzed with sincerity by coach Rogério Ceni. In a press conference after the Brasileirão match, the tricolor commander acknowledged that his team suffered at São Januário and that the home team had greater control of the offensive actions, especially after the goal scored by Luciano Juba. However, a specific detail was pointed out by Ceni as decisive for holding the result: the absence of the crossmaltine top scorer.

Commenting on the pressure suffered in the second half, when Fernando Diniz's team relied heavily on balls lifted into the area, Ceni was straightforward:

The statement confirms the perception that, without the “Pirate” as a reference, Bahia's defense found it easier to repel aerial attacks, neutralizing Vasco's offense.

Vegetti left Vasco and went to Cerro Porteño – Photo: Thiago Ribeiro/AGIF

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“Hostile field” and valuing the points

Ceni also highlighted the historical difficulty of playing at the Colina, citing the atmosphere created by the fans and the field conditions as factors that complicate the visitors' lives.

Drop in performance and focus on the standings

The Bahia coach admitted that his team lost control of the game after the first 25 minutes and lacked the maturity to maintain the level of performance, retreating their lines excessively. Despite this, he celebrated the strategic triumph against a direct opponent.

Rogério Ceni, Bahia's coach, during the match against Vasco – Photo: Thiago Ribeiro/AGIF

Vegetti at Vasco

An absolute top scorer and technical reference, Pablo Vegetti has turned São Januário into his domain since arriving at Vasco. The “Pirate” is the team's main weapon in aerial play, a skill that has become vital to the tactical scheme, especially in tight matches where crossing is the only option.

His presence in the area not only guarantees decisive goals but also exerts physical and psychological pressure on opposing defenses, which need to double their attention to contain his leap. Without him on the field, the team loses not only the reference to finish plays but also the leadership that usually ignites the stands of the Historic Hill.

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