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Vasco rallies to overcome Athletico in crucial relegation battle

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 12:28 AM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Vasco rallies to overcome Athletico in crucial relegation battle

Summary

Vasco came from behind to defeat Athletico-PR at Arena da Baixada on November 5, 2026, in a key match for their relegation survival. The game saw Mendoza score first for Athletico, but an own goal by Aguirre and subsequent goals by Bruno Duarte and Gabriel Pereira secured a comeback for Vasco. With this result, Vasco moved out of the bottom four in the standings, while Athletico remains winless in their last three outings, impacting their Libertadores qualification hopes.

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By the Numbers

•Vasco comes from behind to secure victory against Athletico-PR.
•Mendoza initially scored for Athletico in the first half.
•Aguirre's own goal and goals from Duarte and Pereira led Vasco's comeback.
•Vasco moves outside the bottom four with this win.
•Athletico has not won in their last three matches.

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12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Vasco come from behind to beat Athletico and boost survival hopes

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Vasco secured a crucial result in their battle to avoid relegation.Vasco came from behind to beat Athletico-PR at the Arena da Baixada, ensuring they will end the matchday outside the bottom four.Athl...
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