Vasco v Chapecoense: how to watch, line-ups, Cruz-Maltino seek revival | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama takes the field this Thursday (5th), at 8:00 PM (Brasília time), with a clear mission: to win and to impress. In a match valid for the second round of the Brazilian Championship, the Cruz-Maltino hosts Chapecoense at the São Januário stadium.

The clash marks the meeting of two teams in different moments: while Vasco is experiencing a turbulent and inconsistent start to the year, the Verdão do Oeste arrives on a positive streak and with a win in their debut in the national competition.

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Where to watch

The match will be broadcast exclusively on the streaming platform Amazon Prime Video.

Vasco’s current situation

The pressure on Fernando Diniz’s work increased considerably after the goalless draw against Madureira in the Carioca and the defeat in the Brasileirão opener (to Mirassol). The team is looking to rediscover the offensive creativity and defensive solidity that were missing in the first six matches of 2026.

For today’s match, the tendency is for Diniz to keep the starting lineup. The novelty could be the return of right-back Paulo Henrique, who missed the last three games, although his presence among the starting eleven is still uncertain — Puma Rodríguez is the immediate alternative.

In attack, there is an open competition: Johan Rojas, who has been pleasing, is competing with the newly arrived Brenner for a spot alongside Nuno Moreira and Andrés Gómez. The maestro Philippe Coutinho is confirmed in midfield to try to unlock the opposing defense.

Puma Rodríguez could be a starter – Photo: Alexandre Durão/ge

Chapecoense’s current situation

Chapecoense, led by Gilmar Dal Pozzo, is in good form. After an unstable start in the Catarinense, the team put together an unbeaten run of six games (five wins and one draw) and beat Santos in their Brasileirão debut, marking their return to the top flight on the right foot.

The team from Santa Catarina is counting on the “Law of the Ex” as a weapon, since midfielder Giovanni Augusto, a former Vasco player, is one of the key members of the squad, although he is competing for a spot with Jean Carlos, who stood out in the last round. The coach also gained reinforcements in Bruno Pacheco and Garcez, who have been cleared to play and are available.

One of the main players in Chapecoense’s squad, Giovanni Augusto will face Vasco again – Photo: Publicity/Chapecoense

Match Details and Probable Lineups

Vasco vs Chapecoense

Competition: Brazilian Championship – 2nd round Date and Time: 02/05/2026 (Thursday), at 8:00 PM (Brasília time) Venue: São Januário, Rio de Janeiro (RJ)

Probable Vasco: Léo Jardim; Puma Rodríguez (Paulo Henrique), Victor Cuesta, Robert Renan and Lucas Piton; Cauan Barros, Thiago Mendes and Philippe Coutinho; Nuno Moreira, Andrés Gómez and Johan Rojas (Brenner). Coach: Fernando Diniz.

Probable Chapecoense: Léo Vieira; Victor Caetano, Eduardo Doma and João Paulo; Marcos Vinícius, Camilo, Rafael Carvalheira, Jean Carlos (Giovanni Augusto) and Walter Clar; Marcinho and Ítalo. Coach: Gilmar Dal Pozzo.

Refereeing:

Diniz was critical after the defeat to Mirassol in the Brasileirão opener – Photo: Reproduction

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