Vasco and Fluminense open the semi-final of Copa of Brasil 2025 this Thursday, December 11th, at 8pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, at Rio of The first leg puts Cruzmaltino as hosts looking for an advantage for the second leg on Sunday. The transmission is carried out by sportv, Premiere and Amazon Prime, with real-time coverage on GE.
The official lineup for Vasco comes out an hour before the match, but striker Rayan appears in the probable formation and in the list of related players. Fluminense maintains an unbeaten run of seven games and is aiming for the national title. The historic classic adds balance to recent clashes.
- Main broadcast: sportv and Premiere for closed TV, Amazon Prime in streaming.
- Digital monitoring: ge with live updates, videos and statistics.
- Stadium capacity: around 78 thousand fans expected at Maracanã.
Detailed broadcast channels
Sportv narrates the game with a team dedicated to Rio classics. Assinantes access the match in high definition on the open channels of the sports package.
Premiere offers multi-camera pay-per-view options and analytics. The platform covers all phases of Copa and Brasil throughout the season.
Vasco related to the duel
Vasco has confirmed the available players at Maracanã. Goleiros include Léo Jardim as probable starter and reserves Allan Vitor and Pablo.
In defense, names like Paulo Henrique, Cuesta and Robert Renan form the line of three. Meias Thiago Mendes and Barros should anchor the sector, with Coutinho at creation.
Attackers Rayan, Nuno Moreira and Andrés Gómez lead the offensive options. Rayan joins the group after performing well in the final training sessions.
Referee team in the classic
Raphael Claus takes over the main whistle in the match. The São Paulo referee records 15 games in the season with an average of 4.2 yellow cards.
Assistants Danilo Ricardo Simon Manis and Alex Ang Ribeiro cover the sides. Daniel Nobre Bins manages the VAR for technical decisions.
Alex Gomes Stefano acts as fourth official on the field. The quartet prioritizes fluidity in high-intensity duels.
Vasco recent performance
The Cruz-Maltino team suffered seven defeats in the final eight games of the Brasileirão. The 5-0 rout against Atlético-MG highlighted vulnerabilities at the back.
Fernando Diniz focuses on recovering his spirit for the semifinals. The club is aiming for the trophy that has been absent since 2011 with the support of the local fans.
Rayan contributed goals in previous matches of the season. Sua speed in the attack can exploit gaps in the tricolor defense.
Probable training and absences in Vasco
Diniz must climb Léo Jardim; Paulo Henrique, Cuesta, Robert Renan and Puma Rodríguez; Thiago Mendes, Barros and Coutinho; Nuno Moreira, Andrés Gómez and Rayan. Rayan appears as a central piece in the offensive trio, with constant movement.
Lucas Piton is absent due to a knee injury, impacting the left flank. Jair and Adson are also out due to similar knee and tibia problems.
Garré makes a physical transition and does not enter into the relationship. The entire squad trains quick transitions to press Flu from the start.
Fluminense’s current stage in the season
The Tricolor from Rio finished the Brasileirão in fifth, with 64 accumulated points. The direct place in Libertadores 2026 came from an undefeated streak of seven matches.
Luis Zubeldía commands a solid defense, with only five goals conceded in Copa of Brasil. The attack scored 20 goals in the tournament, distributed between Serna and Everaldo.
The three final victories at the national level boosted the group’s morale. The team seeks to close the year with a second title in the competition.
Probable lineup and casualties in Fluminense
Zubeldía aligns Fábio; Samuel Xavier, Thiago Silva, Freytes and Renê; Martinelli, Hércules and Lucho Acosta; Soteldo, Serna and Everaldo. Nonato serves as a tactical option in midfield for adjustments.
Canobbio is suspended and does not play in the first duel. Cano and Manoel continue to be treated for muscle injuries.
The coach tested variations in collectives to make up for the absences. Soteldo takes center stage with recent assists.
