Cruz-Maltino’s right-back disputes position directly with Varela, del Rubro-Negro
The current Vasco has shown that, if it works, he can bring a lot of joy to the fans. And it is in this sense that Puma Rodríguez comes into play. The right-back is on the rise and is one of the highlights of this first reconstruction. There will be a private duel on Sunday.
Puma Rodriguez was called up by the interim coach of Uruguay for friendly matches, just like Guillermo Varela. With this, the Uruguayans will make a separate derby aiming for ownership in the national team.
In the current scenario, Puma Rodríguez is ahead of Varela in the dispute. The right back is unanimous in Vasco. The case of the compatriot is a bit different. Among the fans, the player is not preferred in the position. But coach Vitor Pereira used the athlete in the most important matches of the season.
With the exception of the first two rounds of the Carioca Championship, Puma Rodríguez was the absolute starter with Barbieri. The Uruguayan also scored his first goal for Vasco against Boavista. Furthermore, the right-back helped Alex Teixeira open the scoring against Botafogo.
But the start of the season for Puma Rodríguez is not just about this. Tactically, the Uruguayan is impeccable in Maurício Barbieri’s scheme. With a very offensive style, the right-back goes to the backline, starts inside, moves to confuse the marking and, above all, the one-two with Gabriel Pec gets closer and closer.
At this point in the season, Puma Rodríguez has the leftovers in contention for the position. However, he has gained a contender. This is Paulo Henrique. The right-back arrived on loan from Atlético-MG, was duly regularised, and is now available to Maurício Barbieri for the classic.
This Sunday Vasco and Flamengo take the field for the tenth round of the Carioca Championship. The ball will roll at 18:10, at the Maracanã and it will be the first “Clássico dos Milhões” for both Uruguayans.
Source: Terra
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