Atletico pr vs vasco da gama biography

Vasco da Gama can book a place in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil for the first time in over a decade by avoiding defeat on Wednesday versus Athletico Paranaense at Arena de Baixada.

In the opening leg of this tie in August, Vasco scored twice in the final 10 minutes to claim a come-from-behind victory.

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For a second time in the Copa do Brasil this year, El Paraense are in a must-win situation heading into the decisive second leg.

Martin Varini's men looked to be headed for a comfortable victory before some late defensive issues completely changed the complexion of this tie.

The good news is that they have a % record at home in this competition, without a goal conceded in either of those two encounters, though they have lost their last two matches played at Arena de Baixada across all competitions.

Counting this season, Athletico have failed to win their opening leg quarter-final fixture at this tournament on t