Vasco faced Vitória at Barradão, in Salvador, for the second leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals. The Cruz-Maltino team won 1-0, securing their place in the tournament semifinals. The match was decided with goals from Andrés Gómez and Puma Rodríguez.
Coach Pedro Emanuel was responsible for surprising opponent Jair Ventura with his tactical choices. After controlling the hosts' momentum for most of the match, the manager unleashed the team in the final stretch, when Vasco managed to create the main goal-scoring opportunities.
Andrés Gómez scored again with his left leg, repeating a performance that had already been decisive earlier. Puma Rodríguez completed the victory with a spectacular goal, sealing Vasco's classification to the next stage of the competition.
With the victory, Vasco guaranteed another R$ 9 million in prize money and showed its "fighting spirit," demonstrating the ability to withstand the pressure imposed by the home team away from home. The classification represents an important milestone for the club in the season.
