Vasco opts for a rotated side in bid for a win in Chile | OneFootball

The coaching staff has defined the likely starting lineup for the next international challenge. Under the command of assistant coach Alexandre Mendes, Vasco will take the field with an alternative lineup to face Audax Italiano this Wednesday (06), at 7 p.m., at La Florida stadium. The match is valid for the fourth round of the Copa Sudamericana group stage. Head coach Renato Gaúcho remained in Rio de Janeiro due to a suspension imposed by Conmebol.

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Vasco lineup features youngsters in midfield and attack

Of the usual starting team, only Paulo Henrique, Lucas Piton and Barros are among the eleven starters. The right-back and the defensive midfielder are playing away because they are suspended for accumulation of yellow cards and will be forced absences from the squad this weekend.

Goalkeeper Daniel Fuzato gets the opportunity to start in goal. The defensive system will feature a new center-back pairing made up of Uruguayan Saldívia and youngster Lucas Freitas, who will play alongside the experienced full-backs. The strategy is aimed at withstanding the hosts’ strong early pressure.

In midfield, the absence of the main pieces opens space for Vasco academy products to show what they can do. Defensive midfielder Ramon Rique and attacking midfielder Zuccarello join Barros in a three-man creative unit. The trio’s mission is to dictate the tempo and organize the attacking plays.

The attack will be led by center-forward Spinelli. The Argentine striker will play through the middle and will have wingers Nuno Moreira and Marino alongside him out wide. Vasco’s tactical approach is to exploit crosses and quick counterattacks against the opponent’s high line.

Bench full of under-20 gems

The bench features several academy options for possible changes in the second half. Players such as veteran Tchê Tchê and youngsters JP, Gustavinho and Andrey Fernandes are waiting for an opportunity to play for Vasco abroad.

The plan is to preserve the main starters in order to seek an urgent recovery in the Brazilian Championship standings, the club’s absolute priority.

Vasco are chasing another win that could keep them top of the group – Photo: André Durão/ge

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