In a thrilling encounter for the 36th round of the Brasileirao, Vasco da Gama decisively triumphed over Internacional with a score of 5-1. The home team kicked off with an early goal from Andres Gómez in just the first minute. Rayan Vitor then made his mark on the match, netting two goals, one in the 8th minute of the first half and another just after the 1st minute of the second half.
Cauan Barros added to the tally in the 57th minute, while Nuno Moreira rounded off the scoring in the 65th minute. Internacional managed to score a consolation goal through Ricardo Mathias just before halftime, in the 46th minute.
Vasco created a pivotal play early on when Rayan Vitor struck from the edge of the box after receiving a brilliant pass from Paulo Henrique, finding the bottom left corner of the net.
Philippe Coutinho nearly increased Vasco’s lead in the 27th minute, hitting the woodwork with a powerful shot, showcasing the attacking prowess of Fernando Diniz Silva’s squad.
Among the standout players was Andres Gómez, who not only scored a goal but also had four attempts at goal during the match. Rayan Vitor further cemented his role as a key player with two goals and four shots.
Vasco’s coach, Fernando Diniz Silva, opted for a 4-3-3 formation featuring Léo Jardim in goal, defended by Lucas Pitón, Robert Renan, Carlos Cuesta, and Paulo Henrique. In midfield, he deployed Philippe Coutinho, Thiago Mendes, and Cauan Barros, while Andres Gómez, Nuno Moreira, and Rayan Vitor led the attack.
On the other side, Ramón Díaz’s Internacional lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Sergio Rochet in goal, supported by a defensive line of Vitão, Gabriel Mercado, Alexandro Bernabei, and Braian Aguirre. Their midfield comprised Alan Patrick, Alan Rodríguez, Bruno Gomes, and Thiago Maia, with Johan Carbonero and Vitinho upfront.
The match was officiated by referee Rodrigo Pereira de Lima at the São Januário stadium. After this match, Vasco da Gama will host Mirassol, while Internacional will face São Paulo away.
With this result, Vasco da Gama climbs to 45 points, placing them 10th in the standings, while Internacional remains at 41 points, sitting in 15th position.
Substitutions for Vasco da Gama
67’ 2T – Nuno Moreira off for Hugo Moura, Thiago Mendes off for José Luis Rodríguez
77’ 2T – Philippe Coutinho off for Matheus França, Andres Gómez off for Pablo Vegetti
82’ 2T – Rayan Vitor off for Paulinho Paula
Card Issued to Vasco da Gama:
30’ 1T – Fernando Diniz
Substitutions for Internacional
15’ 1T – Braian Aguirre off for Ricardo Mathias
57’ 2T – Thiago Maia off for Luis Otávio, Alan Patrick off for Rafael Santos Borré
71’ 2T – Luis Otávio off for Bruno Henrique
Card Issued to Internacional:
20’ 1T – Johan Carbonero