Ex-Flamengo midfielder Euder could debut for Vasco in Maracanã derby | OneFootball

Coach Fernando Diniz received an unexpected development in preparation for Vasco's classic match against Flamengo, this Sunday (21), for the Brazilian Championship. The midfielder Euder, 20 years old, who belongs to Vasco's under-20 team, trained with the professionals this Friday (19) and is expected to be selected for the match at Maracanã.

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Euder, Vasco's midfielder — Photo: Vinícius Gentil

The opportunity arises amid a series of problems in the midfield sector. The Cruz-Maltino will not be able to count on Tchê Tchê, still recovering from a thigh injury, nor with Thiago Mendes, who only warmed up this Friday and remains out of action. Jair underwent surgery on his right knee this week and is only expected to return in mid-2026.

With so many absences, Diniz bet on integrating the young player from the base. Euder had already been selected for two professional matches in the Carioca Championship, but has not yet debuted. This time, the chance may come in grand style: in a classic against the biggest rival, at a packed Maracanã.

In addition to the novelty, the good news for the coach is the return of Hugo Moura, who comes back from suspension. The midfielder, who had been used improvised in the defense, should reassume his original position to give more consistency to the midfield.

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Euder's story makes the classic even more special. Before arriving at São Januário, the player went through the base of Flamengo, where he was Brazilian under-20 champion and Copa do Brasil under-17 champion. Now, he can live his first professional experience precisely against his former club.

The classic between Flamengo and Vasco takes place this Sunday (21), at 5:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, for the 24th round of the Brasileirão.

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