Vasco suffer opening defeat to Ferro Carril in Copa Sul-Americana: 73-40 | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama did not have a dream debut in the South American Basketball League. Playing at the Poliesportivo Garcilazo Sucre in Bolivia, the team from Rio was defeated by Ferro Carril (ARG) by 73 to 40 in a match valid for Group B of the competition.

With a renewed roster still in the process of building chemistry, the two-time continental champion struggled against a more experienced and in-form Argentine team—Ferro came into the match with three consecutive wins in the national championship and now has four straight victories.

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Initial balance

The first quarter was marked by study and balance between the teams. Vasco managed to keep up the pace in the opening minutes but saw their opponent pull ahead at the end of the period, closing at 19 to 14 for the Argentinians.

Ferro pulls away in the second quarter

In the second period, the Argentine team imposed its rhythm and opened up a lead. With good offensive rotation and high shooting efficiency, Ferro Carril went into halftime leading 37 to 21. The highlight of the first half was number 4, Emiliano Lezcano, top scorer with 12 points and a 71.4% shooting percentage.

Vasco struggles in the second half

After the break, the team led by Léo Figueiró could not react. Ferro maintained their intensity and extended the lead even further, securing a comfortable victory by 73 to 40. Vasco, on the other hand, showed offensive difficulties and is still looking to find the best rhythm with the new additions to the squad.

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The Basketball Giant returns to the court this Friday (10/10), at 9:40 PM, to face Club Universitário, again in Sucre. The match will be broadcast live on FIBA’s YouTube channel.

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