Vegetti set for another chance at Vasco, find out why | OneFootball

Vasco may have a familiar face back in the starting lineup for the next round of the Brazilian Championship. With Andrés Gómez called up by Colombia, the Argentine Pablo Vegetti is the main candidate to take the spot in the attack in the match against Grêmio, precisely the opponent that marked the beginning of his idol status at São Januário.

Return to the stage of the first great night

In August 2023, Vegetti had an unforgettable debut wearing the Vasco jersey. Just two days after being announced, the striker came off the bench to score the winning goal in a 1-0 victory over Grêmio, securing Vasco's first home win in that Brasileirão and kickstarting the campaign led by Ramón Díaz to fight against relegation.

From then on, the Argentine embarked on one of the most impressive streaks in national football: 10 goals in 9 matches, being a key player in lifting Vasco out of the relegation zone. He became a symbol of the team and an immediate reference for the fans.

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Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco.

21st Century Idol

With 59 goals in 131 games, Vegetti is just one goal away from matching Nenê as Vasco's second top scorer in the 21st century. The leader of the ranking is Romário, with 120 goals since 2001.

Despite his idol status, the striker has lost his place among the starters in recent weeks, after facing his longest goal drought since joining the club. It was eight matches without scoring until he found the net again against Bragantino, scoring twice.

Competition in the attack and chance due to Gómez's call-up

The offensive sector, currently formed by Rayan, Nuno Moreira, and Andrés Gómez, has been Fernando Diniz's main choice. Still, in specific absences, Vegetti was the first option — as happened against Bragantino and Botafogo.

Now, Gómez's call-up opens the way for the Argentine to regain his spot. The Colombian will play a friendly against Australia in New York on the 18th and won't have enough time to train or arrive in Porto Alegre before the match. Thus, he is unlikely to be a starter.

National top scorer and best season of his career

Despite recent fluctuations, Vegetti remains the leader of the Brazilian football top scorer in 2025, with 26 goals — the best mark of his professional career.

The match against Grêmio may not only represent a historic reunion but also the opportunity to regain the prominence that Vasco fans have seen in the last three seasons.

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Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco.

Next steps

Vasco will have five days of preparation during the FIFA Date before facing Grêmio on the 19th, for the 34th round. Fernando Diniz's team currently occupies the 10th position, with 42 points.

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