Vasco: Vegetti goes 10 games without a goal from open play | OneFootball

In the 3-1 victory over Bahia in the Brasileirão, Vasco finally ended a five-match winless streak at São Januário. However, the night could have been even better if Pablo Vegetti had found the back of the net. The striker missed a clear chance and has now gone 10 games without scoring in open play.

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Top scorer for Vasco and Brazil, Vegetti reaches 10 games without scoring in open play – Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco

The last time Vegetti scored from open play was in the 3-2 loss to Mirassol on August 2, during the 18th round. Since then, the Argentine's goals have only come from penalty kicks: in the draw with Atlético-MG, the loss to Corinthians, and the victory over Sport, which will mark one month on the 31st.

The long drought has drawn criticism from fans, who are paying closer attention to the striker's technical flaws. Even so, Fernando Diniz maintains full confidence in Vegetti, highlighting his tactical qualities: presence in aerial balls, pressure on opposing defenders, and leadership as captain.

Curiously, despite the drought in open play, Vegetti remains the absolute top scorer in Brazilian football in 2025, with 24 goals in 48 matches, averaging one goal every two matches. Right behind is Kaio Jorge, Cruzeiro's striker, with 20 goals.

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The next challenge will be Vasco vs. Cruzeiro this Saturday (27) at São Januário. It will be the perfect opportunity for the Argentine to break the drought and prove his worth against a direct rival in the Brasileirão's top scorer race.

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