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The Rio derby pits two teams with different trajectories this season face to face. Enquanto o Fluminense arrives motivated, coming from a solid campaign in the Campeonato Brasileiro that guaranteed a direct place in the Libertadores, Vasco da Gama seeks redemption after an intense fight against relegation in the football elite.
Este The initial clash is crucial for the aspirations of both clubs, who are aiming for a place in the final. The winner of this confrontation will face the winner of the other semifinal, played between Cruzeiro and Corinthians, in search of the title of Copa of Brasil.
Decisive duel n
The expectation is for a packed stadium, with more than 50 thousand fans, highlighting the passion and rivalry surrounding the classic. Ambos the clubs reported sold out tickets for their respective fans, promising a vibrant atmosphere for the first part of this semi-final.
The return is scheduled for next Sunday (14) starting at 8:30 pm. The team that advances will have the advantage of deciding the title at home or away, depending on the other finalist.
Broadcast and referee team
Fans who cannot attend the stadium will have several options to watch the classic. The match will be broadcast live across the entire Brasil by Sportv, Premiere and Amazon Prime Video, ensuring broad coverage of the clash.
The responsibility for conducting the game will be the responsibility of Raphael Claus, FIFA referee of São Paulo. Ele will be assisted by Danilo Ricardo Simon Manis, also FIFA from São Paulo, and Alex Ang Ribeiro, FIFA from São Paulo.
The video refereeing system (VAR) will be responsible for Daniel Nobre Bins, FIFA referee of Rio Grande of Sul, aiming to guarantee the fairness and correctness of decisions on the field.
Fluminense moment of the season
Fluminense, under the command of Luís Zubeldía, is going through an excellent phase, demonstrating consistency and good performance. The team has not suffered defeat in seven games, accumulating five wins and two draws in that period, which reinforces its position as favorite for this Copa Brasil clash. The campaign in the Campeonato Brasileiro of 2025, where they achieved fifth place, guaranteed the club a direct place in the next edition of the Copa Libertadores, adding even more confidence to the tricolor squad at this decisive moment of the season.
Absences and probable tricolor lineup
Apesar is in a good phase, Fluminense faces some important absences for the confrontation. Striker Germán Cano and defender Manoel are in the medical department, unable to participate in the match. Além of them, midfielder Canobbio will be suspended for having received a red card in a previous game of the competition.
The likely lineup for Fluminense, created by coach Luís Zubeldía, should be as follows:
- Goalkeeper: Fábio
- Sides: Samuel Xavier and Renê
- Defenders: Thiago Silva and Freytes
- Flywheels: Martinelli and Hércules
- Socks: Lucho Acosta
- Forwards: Soteldo, Serna and Everaldo
Current situation of Vasco of Gama
Vasco of Gama, on the other hand, is experiencing a period of greater instability. The team ended the last Brasileirão in 14th place, with 45 points, guaranteeing its stay in series A by a margin of just two points in relation to Ceará, the first team in the relegation zone. Esta campaign reflects the difficulties faced throughout the season, with results that generated apprehension among Cruzmaltino fans and impose additional pressure on performance in Copa of Brasil.
The Fernando Diniz team faces a winning streak that spans nine games, with eight defeats and one draw in that period. Essa sequence of negative results puts Vasco in a challenging position to face a rising opponent, requiring collective and individual overcoming from the athletes to reverse the situation and seek a positive result at home.
Embezzlements and probable Cruzmaltina lineup
Coach Fernando Diniz will have to deal with problems in crucial sectors of the team. Quatro absences due to injury were confirmed in defense and midfield, forcing adaptations in the starting lineup and on the bench for the classic.
The probable lineup of Vasco for the first game of the semi-final should include:
- Goalkeeper: Léo Jardim
- Sides: Paulo Henrique and Puma Rodríguez
- Defenders: Carlos Cuesta and Robert Renan
- Midfield: Barros, Thiago Mendes and Coutinho
- Attack: Nuno Moreira, Andrés Gómez and Rayan
Recent history between rivals
The review of the last ten direct clashes between Vasco and Fluminense points to a slight advantage for the tricolor side, which won five victories. Vasco, in turn, won three times, and there were two draws in that period, indicating the parity and intensity of these classics.
No Campeonato Brasileiro 2025, the two clubs faced each other on two occasions. In the first round, the match ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams sharing the points. Já in the return, Fluminense got the better of it, winning the duel 2-1, a result that increases expectations for the reunion in Copa of Brasil.
Este first game is essential for both teams’ aspirations in the tournament. The search for an advantage on the scoreboard before the second leg will be the main objective, in a confrontation that promises emotions and a lot of competition.
The winner of this duel will have the responsibility of facing the winner of the other semifinal. In the first game between Cruzeiro and The stage is set for an electrifying final.