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Vasco forced to make lineup change against Bahia due to suspension

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:48 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Vasco forced to make lineup change against Bahia due to suspension

Summary

Vasco da Gama's coach Pedro Emanuel will alter his lineup for their match against Bahia, scheduled for 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 9, at Arena Fonte Nova. Forward Nuno Moreira is suspended after accumulating three yellow cards. David and Adson are contenders to replace Moreira. The rest of the team will likely remain the same following a recent 3-1 victory over Fluminense in the Copa do Brasil. Vasco aims to maintain momentum in the Brasileirão.

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By the Numbers

•Nuno Moreira suspended for accumulating yellow cards
•Vasco faces Bahia on Sunday, August 9
•David and Adson likely replacements for Moreira
•Vasco recently won 3-1 against Fluminense
•Match set for 4 p.m. at Arena Fonte Nova

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3:48 PMYahoo Sports — Vasco to make FORCED change against Bahia, see the likely XI

What they're saying

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Vasco coach Pedro Emanuel will have to make changes to the lineup for the clash with Bahia at 4 p.m. on Sunday (9) at Arena Fonte Nova.Forward Nuno Moreira is suspended after receiving his third yello...
— Yahoo Sports

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