Vasco set to miss key man against Flamengo in Brasileirão | OneFootball

An important piece in Renato Gaúcho’s system at Vasco, Cuiabano did not train this Saturday (02)

Vasco have a major headache ahead of the derby against Flamengo. In the last training session before the clash, this Saturday (02), Cuiabano did not take part and is unlikely to be fit to play in Sunday’s match (03), at the Maracanã, for the 14th round of the Brasileirão.

After the match against Corinthians last week, Cuiabano underwent tests that detected edema in the muscles of his left thigh. As a result, the full-back was not included in the squad for Thursday’s match (30) against Olimpia (PAR) in the Copa Sudamericana. However, there had been optimism about the player’s recovery for the derby. Still, his absence from the final training session is a negative sign for the Cruzmaltinos.

On the other hand, Vasco should have Tchê Tchê and Thiago Mendes back. The pair, who had been doubts, trained normally this Saturday (02). It is worth noting that the latter will only be able to play after being cleared in an STJD hearing following strong criticism of Brasileirão refereeing.

WHO PLAYS IN CUIABANO’S PLACE?

Without Cuiabano, Vasco are expected to start Lucas Pitón. Therefore, a likely Renato Gaúcho lineup is: Léo Jardim, Paulo Henrique, Saldivia, Robert Renan and Lucas Piton; Barros, Tchê Tchê and Thiago Mendes (Adson), and Rojas (Hugo Moura); Andrés Gómez and Spinelli (David).

WHAT ABOUT FLAMENGO?

If Vasco are not expected to have Cuiabano, Flamengo have four confirmed absences: Arrascaeta, Lucas Paquetá, Erick Pulgar and Carrascal. The first three are in the medical department, while the Colombian is serving a suspension. In addition, Léo Pereira, who has a cut on his leg, is doubtful for the match.

WHAT TIME IS FLAMENGO VS VASCO?

The ball starts rolling for Flamengo vs Vasco at 4:00 pm (Brasileirão time) this Sunday (03). Globo will broadcast the match on free-to-air TV for a large part of Brazil. In addition, GETV (YouTube) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will also show the clash. Coluna do Fla will be at the Maracanã to bring all the details of the derby.

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