In a thrilling encounter, Vasco da Gama edged past Grêmio with a 2-1 win in the 8th round of the Brasileirao. The match kicked off with excitement as Cuiabano netted the opening goal just 5 minutes into the first half, lifting the spirits of the home crowd. He received a precise pass from Nuno Moreira and placed a powerful shot into the lower right corner, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
David added to Vasco’s tally in the 33rd minute, scoring the decisive goal during a well-crafted play. However, the visitors were quick to respond, with Carlos Vinicius reducing the deficit with a goal in the 37th minute following a well-executed move.
Cuiabano was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, contributing significantly not only with his goal but also with solid defensive work throughout the game. David also shone on the pitch, showcasing his striking abilities.
Coach Renato Portaluppi set his team in a 4-4-2 formation with Léo Jardim guarding the net; Alan Saldivia, Robert Renan, Cuiabano, and Paulo Henrique making up the defense; Tchê Tchê, Andres Gómez, Thiago Mendes, and Hugo Moura controlling the midfield; and David alongside Nuno Moreira leading the attack.
On the other hand, Grêmio, managed by Luís Ribeiro de Castro, employed a 4-3-3 lineup with Weverton in goal; Fabián Balbuena, Cristian Pavón, Caio Paulista, and Viery in defense; Juan Ignacio Nardoni, Arthur Melo, and Leonel Pérez in midfield; and Francis Amuzu, Tete, and Carlos Vinicius in front.
The referee for the match at São Januário was Davi Lacerda.
Next, Vasco da Gama will travel to face Coritiba, while Grêmio will visit Palmeiras.
With this victory, Vasco accumulates 11 points in the tournament, placing them in ninth position. Grêmio also stands at 11 points, but holds an eighth-place position in the standings.
Vasco da Gama Substitutions
58’ 2H – Nuno Moreira out for Marino Hinestroza; Paulo Henrique out for José Luis Rodríguez.
68’ 2H – Thiago Mendes out for Matheus França; David out for Johan Rojas.
81’ 2H – Cuiabano out for Lucas Pitón.
Yellow Cards for Vasco da Gama:
21’ 1H Cuiabano; 23’ 2H José Luis Rodríguez; 49’ 2H Andres Gómez.
Grêmio Substitutions
45’ 2H – Fabián Balbuena out for Gustavo Martins; Tete out for José Enamorado.
56’ 2H – Juan Ignacio Nardoni out for Willian.
63’ 2H – Francis Amuzu out for Gabriel Mec.
75’ 2H – Carlos Vinicius out for Martin Braithwaite.
Yellow Card for Grêmio:
2’ 2H Viery.