Rivaldo on Vasco: “There are enough points to dream of the Libertadores” | OneFootball

Looking to return to the Libertadores after seven years, Vasco da Gama continues in great form in the Brasileirão 2025. In an exclusive interview with Betfair, the betting house ambassador Rivaldo commented on the moment of the Gigante da Colina and how Coutinho's form and Fernando Diniz's tactical work help the Carioca team fight for a much-desired spot in the most important competition in South America.

Rivaldo believes in Vasco

With 7 wins in the last 11 matches, Vasco da Gama is five points behind Botafogo, which is in sixth place, a position that guarantees a spot in the 2026 Pre-Libertadores.

For Rivaldo, this winning streak of the Cruzmaltino squad can make a difference in this final stretch.

“Even in eighth place, Vasco has everything to fight for a spot in the Libertadores after this sequence of victories. There are few games left, but there are enough points to dream. The team is in a good moment and can indeed qualify for next year's Libertadores,” pointed out the former player.

The five-time champion also pointed out the recovery of midfielder Philippe Coutinho's good form and the intelligence of coach Fernando Diniz in making the squad fit together.

“Coutinho is playing well again. He went through difficult times, sometimes being criticized, but we know his talent. Coach Diniz also deserves great credit, he gave confidence to the group, understood the players, and made the team play with ease,” concluded the Betfair ambassador in an exclusive interview.

Betfair ambassador, Vasco's sponsor, Rivaldo comments on Coutinho – Photo: Disclosure

About Betfair

One of the largest online sports betting providers in the world, Betfair is the official sponsor of the Cruzeiro and Vasco da Gama teams. The company, founded in London (UK) in 2000, was a pioneer in offering peer-to-peer betting (Betfair Exchange) and manages a complete set of sports betting and online gaming products for over four million adult customers worldwide.

Thanks to its cutting-edge technology, the platform offers a wide catalog of products that allows betting with your own odds and odds offered by other users. Betfair is licensed to operate online betting and other games in 19 countries, including Spain, Italy, Malta, and Great Britain. Use your head. Play responsibly. Ordinance SPA/MF No. 248.

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