Vasco Prepares for Crucial Match Against Cruzeiro in Uberlândia

Uberlândia, Brazil — Vasco da Gama faces a challenging match against Cruzeiro this Sunday at 6:30 PM local time. The game, part of the sixth round of the Brasileirão, will take place at the Estádio Parque do Sabiá.

Vasco, managed by Fábio Carille, has been preparing rigorously for this encounter after a training session at their CT Moacyr Barbosa facility. However, the team will miss key players due to strategic decisions and injuries.

Lucas Piton, the left-back, is being rested after playing 20 of 23 matches this season. His absence is coupled with that of Adson, who is undergoing minute management to prevent further injuries. “We are careful about how we handle our players returning from injuries,” Carille stated.

In addition to Piton and Adson, Tchê Tchê and Maurício Lemos will also not be part of the squad. Despite returning to training, they have not been listed for the match. Dimitri Payet continues his recovery from a thigh injury.

The probable lineup for Vasco includes Léo Jardim in goal, with Paulo Henrique, João Victor, Lucas Freitas, and Victor Luís forming the defense. The midfield will feature Hugo Moura and Jair, with Coutinho, Nuno Moreira, and Rayan supporting Pablo Vegetti in the attack.

As Vasco prepares for their third consecutive away match, president Pedrinho expressed optimism regarding the team’s performance. “We are focused on doing our best and securing those three points,” he said before the team’s departure to Uberlândia.

This match is particularly crucial for Cruzeiro, who seeks to improve after a rocky start to their season, currently sitting in 7th position on the league table.