Martínez out as Vitória name 23 to face Vasco in Copa do Brasil | OneFootball

Vitória will face Vasco in the Copa do Brasil quarter-final without Martínez, who has an injury to the back of his left thigh. The Argentine midfielder was ruled out by the medical staff.

According to Globo.com, Jair Ventura has named 23 players for Wednesday’s decisive match at Barradão, which starts at 21:30 Brasília time. Vitória need to win by two goals to avoid penalties.

Gabriel Baralhas remains sidelined with a right thigh issue, missing a sixth straight match. Tomás Pochettino and Alex Bruno are not registered for the competition.

Brítez and Caíque Gonçalves are suspended. Rúben Ismael, Camutanga, Edu, Dudu and Nathan Mendes are also out as they recover from physical problems.

Goalkeepers Lucas Arcanjo and Yuri are in the squad, with full-backs Fabiano Souza, Jamerson, Mateus Silva and Ramon. Centre-backs Cacá, Edenilson, Kauan Coutinho and Luan Cândido are included.

Midfielders Hiago, Matheuzinho, Walace, Wendell and Zé Vitor are listed. The forwards are Diego Tarzia, Erick, Fabri, Lucas Silva, Marinho, Osvaldo, Renato Kayzer and Renê.

Source: Globo.com

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