Vasco v Fluminense: probable line-ups and Copa do Brasil derby info | OneFootball

Fluminense and Vasco begin this Thursday (11th) the battle for a spot in the final of the 2025 Copa do Brasil. The first match of the semifinal takes place at 8 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, which will also host the return match scheduled for Sunday (14th).

Enjoying the best moment of the season, Luis Zubeldía's Fluminense comes into the classic with confidence. The Tricolor is on a seven-game unbeaten streak (five wins and two draws) and has secured a direct spot in the group stage of the 2026 Conmebol Libertadores. Now, the team is aiming for the Copa do Brasil to try to crown the year with a title.

Where to Watch

The game will be broadcast on Sportv, Premiere, and Amazon Prime.

Lineup

Zubeldía will have a significant absence for the match. Canobbio is suspended and will not play the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinal. The tendency is for Soteldo, in good form, to take the spot in the offensive trio.

Probable Team: Fábio; Samuel Xavier, Thiago Silva, Freytes, and Renê; Martinelli, Hércules, and Lucho Acosta; Soteldo, Serna, and Everaldo.

Refereeing

Referee: Raphael Claus Assistant 1: Danilo Ricardo Simon Manis Assistant 2: Alex Ang Ribeiro VAR: Daniel Nobre Bins Fourth Official: Alex Gomes Stefano

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