Vasco register 2 new players for the Copa Sul-Americana | OneFootball

Vasco has completed the registration of two key reinforcements for the remainder of the Copa Sudamericana and will have new options for the clash against Boca Juniors. Midfielder Alan Lescano and center-back Gabriel Pereira had their documents approved by Conmebol and are cleared to play in the semifinal, giving the coaching staff more options to work with in training at São Januário.

The two arrivals represent different deals made by the board in the South American market. The playmaker had his economic rights purchased outright from Argentinos Juniors, while the defender arrived in Brazilian football on loan with a mandatory purchase clause at the end of the contract. Both will be available for the first leg on October 13 in Buenos Aires.

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Reinforcements registered and attacking absence

Despite the duo being cleared by Vasco, forward Facundo Colidio remains out of the international competition due to regulatory issues. The Argentine remains focused on daily training at São Januário and will only get minutes in the remaining matches of the Brasileirão and the Copa do Brasil.

The first semifinal match against the Argentines will take place at La Bombonera at 9:30 p.m., requiring extra focus from the squad led by coach Pedro Emanuel. The return leg is scheduled for October 20 in Rio de Janeiro, at the same time, when the finalist that will head to the single-match final in Montevideo will be decided.

Tactical planning and Vasco’s focus

The arrival of the new names in the South American tournament expands Vasco’s options for putting together a solid strategy away from home. With Lescano organizing the midfield and Gabriel strengthening the defensive line, the team gains momentum to handle the Argentine pressure before deciding qualification in front of the home crowd.

With the squad strengthened and the new signings integrated into the routine, the Cruz-Maltino side wants to maintain its good form in knockout matches and compete for trophies until December.

Gabriel Pereira has not yet made his debut for Vasco – Photo: João Guerra/ge

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