Vasco da Gama’s crisis deepened with a shocking 4-1 loss to Puerto Cabello in Venezuela. The Brazilian team’s defeat marked a historic night – they had never lost to a Venezuelan side before. In nine previous encounters, they secured seven wins and conceded just two goals.
The match saw Puerto Cabello, led by Portuguese coach Vasco Faísca, take an early lead through Paredes’ penalty in the 29th minute. João Victor, a former Benfica player, equalized ten minutes later. However, Puerto Cabello regained the lead with Padron’s goal in the 50th minute. Guerrero and Paredes’ second goal sealed the win, with the final score being 4-1.
Nuno Moreira started for Vasco da Gama, which had sacked Fábio Carille a week prior and appointed Felipe as interim coach. Moreira was substituted in the 56th minute as Puerto Cabello was already leading 2-1.
Standings Update
Despite the loss, Vasco da Gama remains second in Group G with five points. Puerto Cabello now has four points and sits third.
- Vasco da Gama: 5 points (2nd place)
- Puerto Cabello: 4 points (3rd place)
🔥 ¡Por primera vez en la historia un equipo venezolano le anotó 4 goles a un club brasileño en una competencia CONMEBOL!
🇻🇪 @la_academiapc lo hizo posible
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⚽4️⃣👏 @la_academiapc ganó y goleó con estos cuatro goles.
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