Vasco lose first-team regulars for clash with Athletico | OneFootball

The 2-2 draw against Flamengo last Sunday (03) brought direct consequences for Vasco’s lineup in the 15th round of the Brazilian Championship. The team lost two undisputed starters for the clash against Athletico-PR, scheduled for next Sunday (10) at São Januário stadium.

Coach Renato Gaúcho will not be able to use defensive midfielder Cauan Barros and right-back Paulo Henrique. Both players received their third yellow card during the derby played at the Maracanã and must serve an automatic suspension in the team’s next match in the national competition.

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Suspensions force tactical changes in Vasco’s team

The midfielder was booked near the end of the first half after committing a hard foul. The defender, meanwhile, was punished on the play that led to Flamengo’s second goal, when he stepped on striker Pedro’s ankle inside the box, resulting in a penalty confirmed by VAR and converted by Jorginho against Vasco.

To solve the gap on the right side of the defense, the manager is expected to bring in Puma Rodríguez. In midfield, the open spot in Vasco’s lineup will be contested by Hugo Moura, the hero of the derby draw, and Tchê Tchê, who remained on the bench for the full ninety minutes.

Barros will miss the next Brasileirão match – Photo: Thiago Ribeiro/AGIF

Squad travels for international fixture

Before deciding on the replacements in the Brasileirão, the squad is turning its attention to the Copa Sudamericana. The group travels to face Audax Italiano in Chile this Wednesday (06), at 7 p.m., looking to secure qualification and first place in the continental tournament.

As the suspended duo will not play this weekend, the tendency is for both to start the international match. This dynamic allows Vasco’s coaching staff to manage the physical wear and tear of other key players amid an intense run of matches.

PH will also miss the match against Athletico but is expected to be available for the Sudamericana game – Photo: Dikran Sahagian/Vasco

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