In the heart of São Januário stadium, Mirassol demonstrated their strength by defeating Vasco da Gama with a score of 2-0 on the 37th matchday of the Brasileirao. The breakthrough came in the 69th minute when Renato Marques opened the scoring for Mirassol, followed by Carlos Eduardo sealing the win with a goal in the 90th minute.
Renato Marques lifted the spirits of his team in the second half, receiving a perfect cross from Carlos Eduardo before firing a shot past goalkeeper Leonardo Jardim.
The standout player of the match was undoubtedly Renato Marques, who not only scored but also made five attempts on goal, showcasing his offensive prowess.
Goalkeeper Walter was another key figure for Mirassol, successfully saving five shots from the opposition, thus earning a clean sheet.
Vasco da Gama’s head coach, Fernando Diniz Silva, opted for a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Léo Jardim in goal, with Paulo Henrique, Carlos Cuesta, Robert Renan, and Lucas Pitón in defense. Their midfield included Thiago Mendes, Cauan Barros, Andres Gómez, Philippe Coutinho, and Nuno Moreira, while Rayan Vitor led the attack.
Meanwhile, Mirassol, managed by Rafael Guanaes, also lined up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Walter guarding the net, and Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes, and Felipe Jonatan forming the back line. The midfield was anchored by Danielzinho, Neto Moura, Negueba, Shaylon, and Alesson, with Renato Marques spearheading the attack.
The match official was Paulo Zanovelli da Silva, who oversaw a tightly contested game.
In their upcoming fixtures, Vasco da Gama will face Atlético Mineiro away, while Mirassol will host Flamengo at home.
This victory boosts Mirassol’s points total to 45 in the league, placing them 11th overall. Vasco maintains 66 points, sitting in 4th place on the table.
Substitutions for Vasco da Gama
66’ 2T – Lucas Pitón was replaced by José Luis Rodríguez
74’ 2T – Thiago Mendes exited for Tchê Tchê and Nuno Moreira for David
79’ 2T – Andres Gómez was substituted by Pablo Vegetti
Yellow Cards for Vasco da Gama:
38’ 1T Carlos Cuesta (Unsporting behavior) and 23’ 2T Nuno Moreira (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement)
Substitutions for Mirassol
61’ 2T – Alesson left the field for Carlos Eduardo and Shaylon for Guilherme Marques
69’ 2T – Neto Moura was substituted by Yago Felipe
80’ 2T – Renato Marques came off for Cristian Renato and Negueba for Luiz Otávio
Yellow Cards for Mirassol:
13’ 2T Neto Moura (Unsporting behavior), 33’ 2T Lucas Ramon (Simulating a foul), and 34’ 2T Renato Marques (Delaying the game)