International Football · Monday, September 21, 2026
Vasco escapes the Brasileirão relegation zone
The Rio club finally leaves the relegation zone after 11 consecutive matchdays, thanks to its 5-0 victory against Coritiba.
By Editorial team
Vasco da Gama escapes the Brasileirão relegation zone for the first time since May, finishing matchday 28 in 16th place with 31 points. The Rio club had sunk into the Z-4 at matchday 18, just before the international break for the 2026 World Cup. A 5-0 victory against Coritiba on Saturday allowed Pedro Emanuel's team to string together two consecutive wins and regain breathing room. Vasco will next face Botafogo on October 7 for matchday 29.