Vasco face lengthy absentee list ahead of Copa do Brasil clash with Bahia | OneFootball

Vasco faces the match against Bahia this Wednesday (24) as one of the most important games of the year in the Brazilian Championship. However, coach Fernando Diniz will have to overcome a true "epidemic" of absences to achieve the victory that could lift the team from the bottom of the table. The list of absences is extensive and affects all sectors of the team.

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Defense and attack suffer from significant losses

The problems for the coach are many. In defense, the newly arrived Robert Renan is out, following the concussion protocol after the clash in the classic. In attack, the situation is even more critical. Rayan, who was already out due to suspension, is now joined by Nuno Moreira, who suffered an ankle sprain and is unlikely to play.

The analysis by journalist Fábio Azevedo from the channel Fanático Vascaíno suggests that Andrés Gómez will come in on one side and David on the other to form the trio with Vegetti.

Robert Renan is out of tomorrow's game – Photo: Matheus Lima/CRVG

Vasco's midfield also faces a drama of uncertainties

In Vasco's midfield, the duo of defensive midfielders Cauan Barros and Hugo Moura is maintained. However, the options for creation remain a big question mark. Lucas Piton still has no return date. Meanwhile, Tchê Tchê, another key player, is more likely to return only on Saturday, against Cruzeiro.

Despite the chaotic scenario of absences, coach Fernando Diniz was seen in a moment of relaxation and appeared "light and calm," according to the journalist. The demeanor of the coach, who was highly praised for the good game against Flamengo, indicates that even with a patched-up team, the confidence for tomorrow's "final" is high.

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