Vasco da Gama will face Athletico Paranaense on Sunday at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at São Januário, in a match valid for the 15th round of the Brazilian Série A. Manager Renato Gaúcho was forced to make adjustments to the starting lineup due to suspensions, but he also benefits from a key return.
Defenders Barros and Paulo Henrique are suspended after receiving their third yellow card in the previous game against Flamengo. In their place, Hugo Moura and Puma Rodríguez have been promoted to the starting eleven. Another change is the inclusion of forward Adson, who has earned a spot after recent strong performances and had been demanded by the fans for a starting role.
Despite expectations that left-back Cuiabano could return, the coaching staff decided to preserve him after he trained normally during the week.
Therefore, Vasco will take the field with: Léo Jardim; Puma Rodríguez, Cuesta, Robert Renan, and Lucas Piton; Hugo Moura, Thiago Mendes, and Rojas; Andrés Gómez, Adson, and Spinelli. This lineup aims to secure a crucial win at home and climb the league table.
