Vasco let fans down, leave new signings out against Botafogo | OneFootball

The Vasco fans didn't like the news released on Tuesday: reinforcements Matheus França and Robert Renan, even though they are already regularized in the CBF's BID, won't be related for the classic against Botafogo, for the Brazilian Cup. The technical commission's decision surprised the fans and generated criticism on social media.

The duel will be played at 9:30 PM on Wednesday (27), at São Januário, and the fans' expectation was to see the new names already on the field. However, coach Fernando Diniz chose to wait for more physical and tactical preparation from the athletes before making them available.

Vasco decides to preserve reinforcements amid criticism

Matheus França and Robert Renan arrived at Vasco with the status of heavyweight reinforcements. The absence in the classic was interpreted as a precaution by the technical commission, but it didn't convince most of the fans, who were expecting a more robust team to face the rival.

Both players are already on the BID, are legally fit to play, but remain out due to the coach's choice, who prefers to use them only when they are 100% adapted to the team's rhythm.

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Young player from the base is related and gains space in the defense

With Robert Renan out, coach Fernando Diniz promoted the rise of defender Bruno André, a standout from the U20 team. The young player will be an option on the bench and may gain minutes, depending on the circumstances of the match.

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The decision reinforces Vasco's bet on young players from the base, but also highlights the lack of depth in the squad, especially in the defensive sector.

Paulo Ricardo returns, PH will be evaluated, and Loide remains out

Other adjustments were made to the squad based on caution. Lateral Paulo Ricardo returns to the related players, but will remain as an option on the bench. Meanwhile, Paulo Henrique (PH) will be evaluated until moments before the match to determine if he will be able to play.

Meanwhile, Loide remains out of the list and is still recovering from physical problems. The right-back is one of the most fragile positions in the cruzmaltino squad at the moment.

Tchê Tchê is also out against Botafogo

Confirming predictions, midfielder Tchê Tchê will not be related for the game. The player is still recovering and did not train with the group during preparation for the classic.

His absence requires changes in Vasco's midfield, which may have a more offensive formation or bet on younger players to fill the absence of the experienced midfielder.

Classic against Botafogo promises pressure at São Januário

The match between Vasco and Botafogo, valid for the Brazilian Cup, is decisive and takes place in a tense atmosphere. The vascaína fans, unhappy with the absence of reinforcements and with the team's recent performance, promise pressure at São Januário.

Even with important losses, Vasco seeks to make the most of the home field and come out on top in the eliminatory match.

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