Mirassol’s big dilemma could hand Vasco an advantage | OneFootball

Vasco takes the field this Tuesday (02) for its farewell to São Januário this season, and might receive an involuntary “help” from fate. Mirassol, the opponent of the night, has a huge doubt in its lineup: Reinaldo, the left-back and top scorer of the team, suffered an injury and risks being left out.

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The edema that worries Vasco's rival

The 36-year-old player, who is in a brilliant phase, suffered an edema in his right heel in the previous match against Vitória. He was substituted in the second half and began ice treatment while still on the bench. According to reports, the athlete underwent physical tests at the club's training center in São Paulo on Monday, but the pain persists.

Despite the injury, Reinaldo traveled to Rio de Janeiro on a chartered flight (in the plane of Leila Pereira, president of Palmeiras). The final decision on his presence on the field will be made only in the locker rooms of the Historic Hill, after a last medical reassessment.

Reinaldo is in great form in 2025 – Photo: Pedro Zacchi

Forward-like numbers from a defender

The possible absence of Reinaldo would be a great relief for Vasco's defense. The veteran is having a frightening campaign: 13 goals scored and 6 assists in 34 games. He is the fifth top scorer in the entire Brasileirão, behind only names like Kaio Jorge, Arrascaeta, Vitor Roque, and Vasco's own Rayan and Vegetti.

If he is unable to play, the substitute will be Felipe Jonatan. Mirassol is playing for its life, as a victory guarantees a direct spot in the Libertadores. For Vasco, stopping the offensive drive of the scoring defender (if he plays) will be half the battle for victory.

The Giant of the Hill wants victory at all costs – Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco

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