Vasco v Palmeiras: how to watch, stats, head-to-head, likely line-ups | OneFootball

After winning the Campeonato Paulista, Palmeiras returns to the field this Thursday to face Vasco in a match of the fifth round of the Campeonato Brasileiro. The ball rolls from 7:30 PM (Brasília time), at Estádio São Januário, in Rio de Janeiro (RJ).

Where to watch Vasco vs. Palmeiras live?

How is Vasco arriving for the match?

Vasco is going through an unstable phase this season and will have the chance to try to recover with the arrival of coach Renato Gaúcho, who will make his debut in charge of the Cruzmaltino. The Rio team hasn't won in five games. During this period, there have been three losses and two draws.

The Cruzmaltino was last on the field in the second leg of the State Championship semifinal against Fluminense, a match that ended in a 1-1 draw, resulting in Vasco's elimination, having lost the first leg 2-1.

In the Campeonato Brasileiro, Vasco has yet to win. In four games, they have suffered three losses and one draw. In the last round, played on February 26, the Rio team lost to Santos 2-1 at Vila Belmiro. As a result, they remained with one point and occupy the 20th place.

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How is Palmeiras arriving for the match?

Palmeiras arrives confident for the match after winning their 27th Campeonato Paulista title. Currently, Verdão is defending an unbeaten streak of nine games, the team's longest sequence this year. Combining Paulista and Brasileiro matches, they have eight wins and one draw.

In the last Brasileirão round, Verdão defeated Fluminense 2-1 at Arena Crefisa Barueri. Abel Ferreira's team also enters the field defending their unbeaten record in the national tournament. The team leads the competition with ten points earned. So far, they have achieved three wins and one draw.

History between Palmeiras and Vasco

The overall history between the teams favors Palmeiras. Verdão has come out on top in 55 of the 107 matches played against Vasco. Additionally, there have been 22 victories for the Rio team and 30 draws.

The recent record also points to Palmeiras' superiority, who haven't lost to the opponent in question since 2015. There have been ten wins and four draws. The last defeat for Palmeiras was 2-0 at Allianz Parque in the Brasileirão. As visitors, Alviverde hasn't lost since 2012.

Winner of the last five encounters, Palmeiras secured their last victory over Vasco in October 2025, in the Brasileirão. On that occasion, Verdão won 3-0, with goals from Flaco López (twice) and Vitor Roque.

(Photo: Cesar Greco/Palmeiras)

Statistics

Palmeiras and Vasco are experiencing different moments this season. On one side, Palmeiras comes from winning the Campeonato Paulista title and leads the Brasileirão. Abel Ferreira's team has an 83% success rate in the Brasileirão.

On the other side, Vasco is trying to recover with a new coach. Renato Gaúcho took over the club after being eliminated in the Carioca semifinal against Fluminense. In the Brasileirão, Cruzmaltino has a success rate of only 8% and no victories.

Vasco in the season

Palmeiras in the season

Probable line-ups

Paulistão champion, Palmeiras will have changes in the lineup. During preparation for the match, Verdão gained three absences: Murilo, Vitor Roque, and Mauricio, who had been starters in recent games. As a result, the coach will have to make changes to the team.

Abel Ferreira, sent off in the match against Fluminense, will serve an automatic suspension. Assistant João Martins will lead the team.

On Vasco's side, coach Renato Gaúcho, who will make his debut in charge of the Rio club, has been conducting his first tests to evaluate the squad and, against Palmeiras, can already start to put his stamp on the team.

⚫⚪ Probable Vasco line-up

Léo Jardim; Paulo Henrique, Robert Renan, Cuesta (Saldivia), and Lucas Piton; Cauan Barros, Thiago Mendes, and Tchê Tchê; Nuno Moreira, David, and Andrés Gómez. Coach: Renato Gaúcho

(Photo: Dikran Sahagian/Vasco)

🟢⚪ Probable Palmeiras line-up

Carlos Miguel; Giay (Khellven)), Gustavo Gómez, Bruno Fuchs, and Piquerez (Jefté); Marlon Freitas, Andreas Pereira, Jhon Arias, and Allan; Flaco López and Ramón Sosa. Coach: João Martins (assistant)

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🏆 Competition: Campeonato Brasileiro (5th round) 🏟️ Location: Estádio São Januário, in Rio de Janeiro (RJ) 📅 Date: March 12, 2026 (Thursday) ⏰ Time: at 7:30 PM (Brasília time)

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