Future of a Vasco star in the Brazil squad takes a new twist | OneFootball

Despite the good impression left in his debut, right-back Paulo Henrique, from Vasco, is expected to remain on the bench for the Brazilian National Team in the friendly against Japan. According to the ge portal, coach Carlo Ancelotti intends to keep the core of the team that thrashed South Korea, dashing expectations of seeing the Vasco player in the starting lineup.

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Debut performance raised expectations

Paulo Henrique played for a short time against South Korea, but his performance was considered good and superior to the starter, Vitinho. The solid display raised expectations that he could earn the spot for the second friendly. However, the tendency is for Ancelotti to make only one change to the team, bringing in goalkeeper Hugo Souza.

The situation highlights the strong competition for the position. Paulo Henrique is currently considered Ancelotti’s fourth option. His call-up only happened after injury withdrawals by Vanderson and Wesley, and after Vitinho was called. This FIFA Date opportunity, therefore, is crucial for him to try to climb the hierarchy within the Seleção.

PH, from Vasco, had a good debut wearing the Seleção shirt – Photo: Reproduction

Vasco prepares for the stretch without the player

While Paulo Henrique seeks his place in Asia, Vasco prepares for the next challenge without him. The team faces Fortaleza on Wednesday (15), at Castelão, in a match valid for the 28th round of the Brazilian Championship.

The club is still considering logistics to ensure his return in time to feature in the match. The same applies to his immediate backup, Puma Rodríguez, who was also called up this FIFA Date for the Uruguay national team.

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