Thiago Silva: Flu lost form in Vasco defeat, "We stopped playing"

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·12 December 2025

Thiago Silva: Flu lost form in Vasco defeat, "We stopped playing"

After the defeat to Vasco in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinal this Thursday (11), captain Thiago Silva spoke about Fluminense's drop in performance during the second half and stated that the team will seek qualification in the next match.

We stopped playing. They pressed, were pressing well, fit in well, and we weren't able to break free from the marking. Not even the deep ball, which was discussed, we managed today. I think we even played a lot of long balls, but without movement, you know? Anyway, it's not about blame, it's not about pointing fingers at anyone. Adverse result, 2 to 1. We're going to the second game, another 90 minutes, everything is open. I'm sure they know that too."

The Tricolor returns to the field against the rival for the second leg of the tournament next Sunday (14), at 8:30 PM, at Maracanã.