Vasco, under the command of coach Pedro Emanuel, achieved an important result by drawing 0-0 with Santa Fe, in the city of Bogotá, Colombia, in a match valid for the quarterfinals of the Copa Sul-Americana. The confrontation took place at an altitude of 2.6 thousand meters, which made Vasco's mission even more challenging.
The cruzmaltina team took the field with an alternative lineup, since the club faced absences and chose to rest some starters. This strategy was adopted to preserve important players ahead of the second leg, which will be held in Brazil.
With the result of the first leg, Vasco maintains its chances of advancing to the next phase of the South American competition. The goalless draw away from home is considered a good result, especially considering the difficulties imposed by the altitude and the use of an alternative squad.
The decision for the spot in the Sul-Americana will now be in Rio de Janeiro, at São Januário stadium, where Vasco will have the advantage of playing at home and counting on the support of its fans to secure qualification.
