Diniz sees fair draw in derby, praises Rayan after goal for Vasco | OneFootball

At Maracanã, Vasco and Flamengo drew 1-1 this Sunday, in the 24th round of the Brazilian Championship. In coach Fernando Diniz's view, the Cruzmaltino managed to compete against the Rubro-Negro and the draw in the Carioca classic was fair.

"The points that Vasco has in the Brazilian Championship do not reflect what the team has produced. We have left at least eight very clear points behind. We can mention Ceará, Grêmio, even Inter, where we had the results in our hands and ended up conceding. This Sunday, the team managed to compete at certain moments. When Flamengo imposed themselves, we managed to defend well, and this only reinforces that the team is capable of playing great matches and competing against any team," said Diniz.

Praise for Rayan

After falling behind on the scoreboard, Vasco managed to equalize still in the first half with a goal from the young Rayan. In the press conference, Diniz heaped praise on the forward, who he considers one of the most decisive in Brazil.

"Rayan is a young player who currently has a huge ability to make a difference. If he's not the best, he's among the best in our country. And he's only 19 years old. He's learning what his potential is, he has a long road ahead. Rayan is a very rare player," said Diniz.

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With 24 points, Vasco is in 16th place in the Brazilian Championship after 23 matches played. The Gigante da Colina is two points above the relegation zone of the competition.

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