Fluminense name squad for Vasco derby with only two centre-backs | OneFootball

Fluminense released the list of players called up for the derby against Vasco, valid for the first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16. The main concern on the list is in defense; coach Luis Zubeldía will have only two natural center-backs available, Ignácio and Igor Rabello.

The sector has been dealing with a series of physical problems. Thiago Silva, Freytes, and Millán remain under the care of the medical department and will miss the match, while Jemmes, who recently returned to training after a muscle injury, has not yet been called up for the game.

As a result, if one of the starters is unable to stay on the field during the derby, the Argentine coach will have to improvise a defender to reshape the back line.

On the other hand, the list includes some important returns. Guilherme Arana is available again after recovering from a physical issue, as is John Kennedy, who served a suspension and returns as an option in attack. Kevin Serna also appears among the selected players.

Under pressure after a run of four draws in the Brazilian Championship, Fluminense is looking for a good result in the first knockout clash to ease the pressure and gain an advantage in the battle for a place in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals.

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