Without Hugo Moura, Vasco may turn to Robert Renan or Carlos Cuesta v Ceará | OneFootball

After securing qualification to the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil, Vasco turns its attention to the Brazilian Championship. The team reported back this Friday (12), at the CT Moacyr Barbosa, and has already started preparation to face Ceará, this Sunday, at 8:30 pm, at São Januário, for the 23rd round of the competition.

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Fernando Diniz at Botafogo x Vasco — Photo: Jorge Rodrigues/AGIF

Coach Fernando Diniz will have significant absences. Hugo Moura is suspended after receiving the third yellow card against Sport and will not be able to play. As a result, the new defense reinforcements, Carlos Cuesta and Robert Renan, are vying for a spot in the starting lineup.

In addition, the classic against Botafogo left new concerns. Tchê Tchê felt a problem in his thigh again and had to be replaced early in the match by Mateus Carvalho. Meanwhile, Lucas Piton suffered an ankle sprain and left on crutches. Diniz himself admitted, in a press conference, that it is unlikely the two will be fit to play against Ceará.

At Nilton Santos, Mateus Carvalho and Puma Rodríguez were called upon and are the favorites to keep their spots in the starting lineup.

Probable Vasco lineup

Léo Jardim; Paulo Henrique, Carlos Cuesta (Robert Renan), Lucas Freitas, Puma Rodríguez (Victor Luis); Barros, Mateus Carvalho, Coutinho; Nuno Moreira, Rayan and Vegetti.

Vasco currently occupies the 15th position, with 22 points, and is looking to add another victory to distance itself from the relegation zone.

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Photos: Matheus Lima/Vasco.

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