Matheus França on coming through at Vasco’s rivals, Cuesta unveiled | OneFootball

This Tuesday, Vasco officially introduced forward Matheus França and defender Carlos Cuesta, signed to strengthen the Cruzmaltino squad for the rest of the season. Both arrive on loan and will wear shirts 9 and 46, respectively.

Formation at the rival

New team's number 9, Matheus commented on his relationship with Flamengo, as he comes from the club's base, but stressed that he is focused on his new team.

“Everyone knows about my journey, my start at the rival club, but the most important thing is to focus on Vasco. This choice was mine. In the conversation with (Fernando) Diniz (coach), (Philippe) Coutinho (midfielder) and Pedrinho (president), they supported me a lot and this decision depended a lot on these conversations. There is no pressure with this, I will give my all for Vasco and that's what matters”, he said.

Preparation for the decision

Next, the forward, who made his debut last Sunday, valued the Fifa Date period to recover the rhythm and prepare for the classic against Botafogo for the Copa do Brasil.

“I'm coming back from an injury now and I'm getting game rhythm, this is all planned and scheduled. My physical conditions are good and I'm evolving, gaining rhythm to perform. This Fifa Date is very important, as I will have time to prepare and I will be ready for the Copa do Brasil game”, he declared.

Coming from Crystal Palace, England, the player also assessed that he matured a lot during his time in Europe.

“Young people who go through Europe have a period of adaptation. What I bring is a much more mature Matheus França, I learned a lot in Europe and I bring a lot of that in my style of play”, he concluded.

Cuesta reveals "formula" to improve Vasco's defense

Colombian, Cuesta arrives on loan from Galatasaray, Turkey, as one of the hopes to strengthen the sector, one of the most criticized by the fans.

“The first thing is to have work time, which is difficult at this time. We also have to understand each other in defense and from there give security to the team. If the team is secure at the back, with the quality we have up front, the results will come. Vasco trusted me to give security to the defense, otherwise, they would not have gone after me”, said the defender.

The defender commented on the delay in sealing the deal with Vasco and affirmed he is ready to play, having participated in the Turkish club's pre-season.

“I was in a situation where we had to decide whether I would be sold or loaned. The decision was not only mine, there is a club that holds my rights, so it took a little while. During all this time, we were in contact with Vasco and the coach. In the end, I'm here, everyone knows the conditions and I'm ready to play”, he declared.

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