Vasco duo rewarded for form, called up to the national team

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·7 novembre 2025

Vasco duo rewarded for form, called up to the national team

Vasco received important news this Friday (7th). Defender Carlos Cuesta and forward Andrés Gómez have been called up to the Colombian National Team. The duo is on the list for the two friendlies during the November FIFA international break.

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The first call-up as Vasco players

This call-up is a milestone for both players. This is the first time Cuesta and Gómez have been called up to the senior national team since returning to South America. Their arrival at Colina was fundamental for regaining their place.

Defender Cuesta arrived in September, coming from Galatasaray. Forward Gómez was also signed during the mid-year transfer window. Both quickly established themselves as starters under Fernando Diniz and have delivered strong performances.

Cuesta called up! 🇨🇴💢

The Vasco defender has been selected by the Colombian National Team for the friendlies against New Zealand and Australia.

We’ll be cheering for you, our 4️⃣6️⃣! 💢👏

#VascoDaGama

Photo: Reproduction X/Twitter CRVG

The friendlies and Vasco’s absences

Colombia will play two friendlies in the United States. The first match will be against New Zealand on November 15th. The game will take place at Case Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.

The second match will be on November 18th. Colombia will face Australia at Citi Field in New York. The duo will likely miss Cruz-Maltino’s important match against Grêmio, scheduled for November 19th in Porto Alegre.

Another Vasco da Gama representative at the FIFA international break! 🇨🇴💢

Forward Andrés Gómez has also been called up and will be available for his National Team for the friendlies against New Zealand and Australia.

Congratulations, Colombia! 💢👏

#VascoDaGama