Vegetti matches worst drought for Vasco before cup decider | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama is preparing for the most important game of the year with a central concern in its offensive sector. As the team seeks balance to face Fluminense in the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil, its main goal reference is going through a critical moment. The striker Pablo Vegetti, captain and fan idol, has gone eight games without scoring, matching his worst drought since arriving at São Januário.

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The "blackout" statistic

The cold numbers show a steep drop in production. The last goal shout for the "Pirate" happened in the victory over Bragantino, back in October. Since then, Vasco's attack has dwindled, coinciding with the team's collective performance drop — having won only once during this period.

If we broaden the scope, the scenario is even more dramatic: in the last 17 matches played, Vegetti scored only one goal. For a player used to making decisive plays and who wears the captain's armband, this drought creates extra pressure precisely in the week when the club plays for its life in the season.

Scoring and nervousness

Despite the recent bad phase, the Argentine still has credit. He is the isolated top scorer for Vasco this season with 26 goals and shares the top of the list in the Brasileirão with the gem Rayan (14 goals each). However, the nervousness due to the lack of goals was evident last Sunday.

Substituted still in the first half against Atlético-MG for tactical reasons after a sending-off, Vegetti left the field furious, kicking cups and throwing boots. Coach Fernando Diniz downplayed the episode but knows he will need to restore the confidence and calm of his goal man so he can be decisive again on Thursday at the Maracanã.

Vegetti was furious in last Sunday's game – Photo: Reproduction

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