Vasco wrap up preparations to face Fluminense, see the likely line-up | OneFootball

Vasco concluded their preparations on Wednesday to face Fluminense in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinal. The match kicks off on Thursday at 8 PM (Brasília time) at São Januário, in Rio de Janeiro.

Absence

Fernando Diniz will have an absence on the left side. Lucas Piton, who left the field injured in the match against Mirassol in the Brazilian Championship, will not be available for the coach, who is expected to use Puma Rodriguez as a substitute in the position.

Probable lineup

A possible Vasco team includes: Léo Jardim, Paulo Henrique, Cuesta, Robert Renan, Puma Rodríguez, Barros, Thiago Mendes, Coutinho, Nuno Moreira, Andrés Gómez, and Rayan.

Poor form

Vasco arrives at the Copa do Brasil semifinal in poor form. The Cruzmaltino finished the Brasileirão with a significant 5-0 defeat against Atlético-MG, ending in 14th place on the table with 45 points. Now, they aim to win the Copa do Brasil to secure a spot in the 2026 Libertadores.

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