Coritiba make changes to face Vasco, see line-up | OneFootball

Coritiba will have changes for Saturday’s match against Vasco, the 18th, at 8:30 p.m. at São Januário, in the 28th round of the Brazilian Championship. Fernando Seabra needs to deal with the aftermath of the Athletiba, which ended 3-3 after Coxa conceded two goals in the final minutes.

The draw kept Fernando Seabra’s team in eighth place with 38 points and extended its winless run to two matches. After losing to Mirassol, the team also picked up some lineup doubts due to the wear and tear from the Athletiba.

Full-back and defense will have changes

JP Chermont left the derby at halftime after suffering a sprain in his right ankle and is doubtful for the match. Jacy is also not expected to play because of a muscle edema in his thigh. Bruno Melo, who had a knee issue, will still be assessed by the coach.

Given this situation, Fabricio Bustos appears as the main candidate for right-back. The Argentine was one of the club’s latest signings and could make his debut precisely because of the need in that position.

In central defense, Rodrigo Moledo has gained momentum after scoring the two equalizing goals in the derby. The expectation is that he will partner Tiago Cóser. On the left, Bruno Melo will remain an option if he is fit, while Rodrigo Gelado appears as an alternative.

Coritiba could see a new signing make his debut

Fabricio Bustos will not be the only recent arrival available to Seabra at São Januário. Defensive midfielder Nicolás Fonseca could also make his first appearance for Coritiba. The Uruguayan, however, is expected to start on the bench and be used gradually.

The coaching staff will have to balance the need for changes with the limited time the new signings have had to integrate with the rest of the squad. For that reason, Nicolás Fonseca is likely to wait for an opportunity during the match.

Breno Lopes is a confirmed absentee

The attack will also have a forced change. Breno Lopes was sent off in the Athletiba and will serve a suspension against Vasco. The spot is between Paulo Roberto and Fabinho, players who have already been used by Fernando Seabra throughout matches.

The choice will depend on the strategy defined for the clash at São Januário. Paulo Roberto appears among the options to start, while Fabinho is an alternative to change the characteristics of the attacking unit during the game.

What is Coritiba’s lineup for the game against Vasco?

Coach Fernando Seabra is expected to field Coritiba with: Pedro Morisco; Fabricio Bustos, Tiago Cóser, Rodrigo Moledo and Bruno Melo; Thiago Santos, Sebastián Gómez and Josué; Lavega, Pedro Rocha and Paulo Roberto.

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