Vasco vs Fluminense: Starting Lineup and Key Absences for October 20 Match

The upcoming match between Vasco da Gama and Fluminense is set for October 20, 2025, at 19:30 (Brasília time) in the famed Maracanã Stadium. This game is part of the 29th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. Vasco currently sits in ninth place with 36 points, coming off a notable 2-0 victory against Fortaleza. Fluminense is positioned seventh with 41 points and also arrives after a 1-0 win over Juventude.

Starting Lineup for Vasco vs Fluminense

Vasco da Gama’s Squad

Vasco will face challenges with key absences in their lineup:

• Hugo Moura is suspended due to a red card in the previous match.
• Adson and Jair are sidelined due to injuries.

Despite these setbacks, coach Fernando Diniz will have Paulo Henrique back. He enjoyed a productive international break with Brazil, scoring in a recent friendly against Japan. Tchê Tchê returns to his natural midfield role after being deployed temporarily as a right-back.

• Goalkeeper: Léo Jardim
• Defenders: Paulo Henrique, Cuesta, Robert Renan, Lucas Piton
• Midfielders: Barros, Tchê Tchê, Philippe Coutinho
• Forwards: Nuno Moreira, Andrés Gómez, Rayan

Fluminense’s Squad

Fluminense, under coach Luis Zubeldía, will compete with the following players:

• Goalkeeper: Fábio
• Defenders: Samuel Xavier, Freytes, Thiago Silva, Renê
• Midfielders: Martinelli, Hércules, Lucho Acosta
• Forwards: Kevin Serna, Agustín Canobbio, Germán Cano

Match Details

This thrilling match will be broadcasted through various platforms:

• Record (open TV)
• RecordPlus (streaming)
• Cazé TV (YouTube)
• Premiere (pay-per-view)

Viewers can expect a competitive encounter as both teams are keen to secure valuable points in the standings.

Recent Performance

Vasco’s last few matches in the league have shown promising form, with the following results:

Vasco will look to maintain their momentum and improve their position in the league with a strong performance against Fluminense.