Vasco: São Januário works delayed as Pedrinho sets out his terms | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama has updated the timeline for its most anticipated renovation. Contrary to what many fans imagined, the stadium will not be closed in December and the works will not begin in January. According to journalist Leonardo Baran, president Pedrinho has adopted an extremely cautious approach.

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The financial condition and the postponement

The president has made the start of the renovation conditional on selling 100% of the building potential. The goal is to avoid risks: starting the construction with only part of the funds could halt the reconstruction midway due to lack of money.

While the new stadium is not yet a reality, the club is preparing an event worthy of its history. The board is planning a celebration that matches the historical significance of the stadium, which is one of the most important heritage sites in Brazilian football. The celebration will take place at the last game before the interventions begin and should symbolize the transition between the club’s past and future.

Vasco has a buried time capsule

The upcoming renovation has revived a real legend: the time capsule hidden in São Januário since 1926. The container, which may be made of stainless steel, PVC, or sealed metal, holds newspapers, coins, photographs, and objects from the time of the original construction. Although its exact location is unknown, there are indications that it is buried under the tennis courts or in the social area.

The initial plan was for the capsule to be opened in 2027, the year that marks the stadium’s centenary — and with the major renovation approaching, the topic has once again gained attention among fans and historians.

Photo: Vasco Memory Center

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