Vasco v Fluminense: Where to watch, Renato Gaúcho’s surprise | OneFootball

The ultimate test to certify Vasco's reaction under new management takes place on the biggest stage of national football with broadcast across the country. Vasco takes the field this Wednesday (18th) at 9:30 PM to face Fluminense on the Maracanã pitch, in a match valid for the seventh round of the Série A of the Brazilian Championship.

The state classic will be broadcast live and simultaneously by TV Globo on open television and by the closed channel Premiere. The team led by coach Renato Gaúcho seeks to distance itself from the relegation zone, boasting five points in 15th place, while the archrival fights for the tournament leadership. The coach is largely responsible for this comeback, quickly securing four points.

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Important Return and Tactical Formation

The main novelty in the starting lineup for Vasco is the return of the experienced Thiago Mendes. The midfielder served an automatic suspension in the electrifying draw against Cruzeiro and now reclaims the spot that belonged to Barros, who was irresponsibly sent off in the same match and now misses the team. Coach Renato Gaúcho concluded the preparation at CT Moacyr Barbosa and opted to maintain the solid structure of three midfielders to provide defensive support.

The central trio will be formed by Hugo Moura, Thiago Mendes, and Tchê Tchê, ensuring greater protection for defenders Saldivia and Robert Renan. In the offensive sector, Nuno Moreira remains among the starters, while David and Brenner compete for a position to play alongside winger Andrés Gómez.

Thus, Vasco's lineup is:

Léo Jardim; Paulo Henrique, Saldivia, Robert Renan, and Cuiabano; Hugo Moura, Thiago Mendes, and Tchê Tchê; Nuno Moreira, Andrés Gómez, and David (or Brenner).

Jersey 23 is back in Vasco's starting lineup – Photo: Dikran Sahagian / Vasco da Gama

Opponent Mystery and Vasco's Probable Lineup

The tricolor rival arrives for the clash with doubts and undefined pieces. Coach Luís Zubeldía is still waiting on the physical condition of Facundo Bernal and is considering giving the first opportunity to forward Rodrigo Castillo, who is competing for a position with John Kennedy. In the defense line, Jemmes has a guaranteed return, but athletes Millán, Freytes, and Ignácio are vying for space.

Referee Raphael Claus will lead the whistle, assisted by Danilo Ricardo Simon Manis and Fabrini Bevilaqua Costa, with Wagner Reway operating the VAR.

Photo: Vasco's official X

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