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Vasco da Gama Secures Home Victory Against Cruzeiro
Rio de Janeiro, September 27, 2025 – In a vibrant match held at Estádio São Januário, Vasco da Gama defeated Cruzeiro in a game corresponding to the 25th round of the Brazilian Serie A. The home team, with 48% possession, capitalized on their opportunities against a Cruzeiro side that dominated possession with 52%.
Rayan opened the scoring early, in the 8th minute, thanks to an assist from Paulo Henrique, igniting the local fans. Cruzeiro tried to respond, generating a higher number of shots (21 against Vasco’s 12), but with little effectiveness, as only 3 of their shots found the target, while Vasco placed 4.
In the second half, Paulo Henrique extended Vasco da Gama’s lead in the 61st minute, without a direct assist. The match was characterized by a contested game, with a total of 25 fouls committed between the two teams and 3 yellow cards shown (2 for Vasco and 1 for Cruzeiro). Despite the 9 corner kicks won by Cruzeiro, the team failed to convert any opportunities. Vasco da Gama proved more effective in their approaches to the goal, securing an important victory at home.
Substitutions cruzeiro: at minute 46 Wanderson came in and K. Arroyo went out., at minute 61 Christian came in and Matheus Henrique went out., at minute 68 L. Romero came in and Marquinhos went out., at minute 81 Kaiki came in and Y. Bolasie went out., at minute 81 Jonathan Jesus came in and Joao Marcelo went out.
Substitutions vasco da gama: at minute 57 N. Moreira came in and C. A. Gomez went out., at minute 57 P. Vegetti came in and David went out., at minute 80 Coutinho came in and Matheus Franca went out., at minute 90 C. Cuesta came in and Lucas Oliveira went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Vasco DA Gama
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