Fluminense name squad for Vasco decider, returns and full firepower | OneFootball

Fluminense released, on Wednesday afternoon (5), the list of players called up for the decisive derby against Vasco, valid for the second leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16. Kickoff is at 9:30 p.m. at the Maracanã, and a win will send the Tricolor through to the quarterfinals. In the event of another draw, the place will be decided in a penalty shootout.

The main news on the list is the return of center-back Jemmes and forward Castillo, both recovered from physical issues. The two are once again available to coach Luis Zubeldía and will start the match as options on the bench.

In defense, the coach gains an important alternative with Jemmes, after going into the first derby with only Ignácio and Igor Rabello as available natural center-backs.

The tendency is for Zubeldía to keep the core of the team that started the first meeting, with John Kennedy forming the attacking trio alongside Canobbio and Savarino.

On the other hand, Fluminense still has important absences in the medical department. Thiago Silva, Freytes, Millán, and Matheus Reis remain out of the match, all recovering from injuries.

Fluminense squad list:

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