Will Andrés Gómez debut for Vasco against Corinthians on Sunday? | OneFootball

The bureaucratic part has been resolved, but the debut of forward Andrés Gómez for Vasco is still a big mystery. The player's name has already been published in the Daily Information Bulletin (BID) of the CBF. However, his physical condition, after a long period of inactivity, is the main obstacle preventing him from taking the field as early as Sunday, against Corinthians.

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Vasco player is cleared to play, but physically behind

With his name in the BID, Andrés Gómez is contractually eligible to play for Vasco. The big issue, however, is his physical condition. The player is coming from European football, where he was on vacation. Therefore, he is at a much lower stage of preparation compared to his new teammates.

The Vasco squad, after all, is in the middle of the Brazilian season, in an intense competitive rhythm.

The forward took the iconic number 11 shirt – Photo: Matheus Lima / Vasco

Long period of inactivity requires caution

The numbers reinforce the need for a reconditioning program. Gómez's last official match was on May 17, more than three months ago. To find his last full game, playing 90 minutes, you have to go back to November 2024. The coaching staff, therefore, is taking a cautious approach to avoid any risk of injury.

The final word on whether or not the Colombian will play against Corinthians will be up to Fernando Diniz. The coach and his staff will assess the player's physical condition in the last training sessions. Even if he is cleared, the tendency is for him to start on the bench. Vasco's starting attack is considered “consolidated,” and the new signing will have to prove himself to earn his place.

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