Author: Vishwajit Sawant
In a nail-biting game on Monday night, Vasco secured their third win in a row and moved out of the relegation zone in the Brasileirão. However, the victory wasn’t easy, as the team faced relentless pressure from América Mineiro, but ended up winning
1-0 thanks to a late goal from Jair
.
Coach Ramón Díaz expressed his satisfaction with the result, but didn’t shy away from acknowledging the team’s shortcomings. He emphasized Vasco’s need to play better, citing problems with clarity of play, possession and creativity. The coach expected more from his squad, emphasizing recent performances with plenty of possession and mobility as the standard to aim for.
Díaz empathized with the players, recognizing the immense pressure they were under, knowing that this match could determine their fate in the league. Despite understanding the circumstances, he made it clear that Vasco needed to adopt a different style of play, returning to the fluidity and dominance of the previous match.
The coach stressed the importance of resolving situations, especially set-pieces, and called for an improvement in Vasco’s overall performance. He acknowledged the pressure on the team, but firmly stated that Vasco needed to play better and rise to the occasion.
Díaz took a moment to express his gratitude to the fans, whose unwavering support played a crucial role. He acknowledged the emotional impact of the match on both the players and the team, stressing the importance of knowing how to deal with these situations.
Now out of the relegation zone, Vasco face another critical clash as they look to distance themselves from the bottom of the table. Their next challenge is on Sunday against Santos at Vila Belmiro.
Coach Ramón Díaz also spoke about Jair’s contribution, praising the player’s response to the competition within the team. He emphasized the importance of competence and mental preparation, stressing the need for each player to be ready to contribute to the team’s success. In terms of mentality, Díaz gave credit to the players for the turnaround, emphasizing the importance of intensity, persistence and a winning mentality. He acknowledged the unwavering support of the fans and called for continued unity to help Vasco regain its former glory.