At São Januário Stadium, Mirassol delivered a strong performance to defeat Vasco da Gama in the 37th round of the Brasileirao. Renato Marques broke the deadlock for Mirassol in the 24th minute of the second half, and Carlos Eduardo sealed the win with a goal in the 46th minute of the same half.
In the 24th minute of the second half, Renato Marques lifted the spirits of Mirassol and earned applause from the crowd. The forward capitalized on a cross from Carlos Eduardo and struck decisively against the goalkeeper Leonardo Jardim.
The standout player of the match was Renato Marques. The Mirassol striker showcased his talent by scoring one goal and attempting five shots on target.
Another notable performance came from Walter, the Mirassol goalkeeper, who demonstrated his skills by saving five attempts from the opposition.
Vasco’s coach, Fernando Diniz Silva, deployed a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Léo Jardim in goal; Paulo Henrique, Carlos Cuesta, Robert Renan, and Lucas Pitón in defense; Thiago Mendes, Cauan Barros, Andres Gómez, Philippe Coutinho, and Nuno Moreira in midfield; with Rayan Vitor leading the attack.
In contrast, Rafael Guanaes opted for a 4-5-1 setup for Mirassol, with Walter guarding the net; Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes, and Felipe Jonatan in the back; Danielzinho, Neto Moura, Negueba, Shaylon, and Alesson in midfield; and Renato Marques as the striker.
The referee for the encounter at São Januário was Paulo Zanovelli da Silva.
In the next round, Vasco will face Atlético Mineiro away from home, while Mirassol will host Flamengo.
This result leaves Mirassol with 45 points in the standings, occupying the eleventh position, whereas Vasco remains in fourth place with 66 points.
Substitutions for Vasco da Gama
66’ 2H – Lucas Pitón was replaced by José Luis Rodríguez
74’ 2H – Thiago Mendes was substituted for Tchê Tchê and Nuno Moreira for David
79’ 2H – Andres Gómez left the field for Pablo Vegetti
Yellow Cards for Vasco da Gama:
38’ 1H – Carlos Cuesta (Unsportsmanlike behavior) and 23’ 2H – Nuno Moreira (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement)
Substitutions for Mirassol
61’ 2H – Alesson was substituted by Carlos Eduardo and Shaylon for Guilherme Marques
69’ 2H – Neto Moura was replaced by Yago Felipe
80’ 2H – Renato Marques left the pitch for Cristian Renato and Negueba for Luiz Otávio
Yellow Cards for Mirassol:
13’ 2H – Neto Moura (Unsportsmanlike behavior), 33’ 2H – Lucas Ramon (Simulation of a foul), and 34’ 2H – Renato Marques (Delaying the game)