Match report
Vasco DA Gama Draws 2-2 with Ceara in Serie A
Vasco DA Gama
2–2
FT
Ceara
Sep 14, 2025
In a thrilling Serie A encounter at the São Januário Stadium, Vasco DA Gama managed to hold off a resilient comeback from Ceara, resulting in a well-deserved 2-2 draw. Despite losing a player to red card and facing significant pressure towards the end of the match, Ceara was able to salvage a point thanks to Pedro Henrique's last-minute goal.
Key Facts
- • Coutinho opened scoring for Vasco DA Gama in the 12th minute.
- • A. Galeano equalized for Ceara at the 16th minute.
- • Carlos Cuesta put Vasco ahead again with a goal in the 80th minute.
- • Pedro Henrique scored an equalizer for Ceara in the final moments of injury time.
Lineups
Vasco DA Gama
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Leo Jardim (G)
- 96 Paulo Henrique (D)
- 30 Robert Renan (D)
- 43 Lucas Freitas (D)
- 2 J. Rodriguez (D)
- 88 Cauan Barros (M)
- 85 Mateus Carvalho (M)
- 77 Rayan (M)
- 10 Coutinho (M)
- 17 N. Moreira (M)
- 99 P. Vegetti (F)
Substitutes
- 13 Daniel Fuzato
- 46 C. Cuesta
- 29 Lucas Oliveira
- 12 Victor Luis
- 22 Paulinho
- 66 Leandrinho
- 18 Paulinho Paula
- 15 B. Garre
- 14 Guilherme Estrella
- 9 Matheus Franca
- 11 C. A. Gomez
- 7 David
Ceara
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 94 Bruno Ferreira (G)
- 70 Fabiano (D)
- 44 Marcos Victor (D)
- 23 Willian Machado (D)
- 79 Matheus Bahia (D)
- 26 Richardson (M)
- 20 Diego (M)
- 27 A. Galeano (M)
- 97 Lourenco (M)
- 17 Paulo Baya (M)
- 9 Pedro Raul (F)
Substitutes
- 16 Fernando Miguel
- 2 R. Ramos
- 3 Marllon
- 7 Pedro Henrique
- 11 Aylon
- 29 Vina
- 30 Nicolas
- 31 Lucas Lima
- 33 Eder
- 75 Rodriguinho
- 77 Fernandinho
- 88 Fernando Sobral
Timeline
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12' Vasco DA Gama Goal · Normal GoalCoutinho
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16' Ceara Goal · Normal GoalA. Galeano
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26' Ceara Card · Yellow CardRichardson
Foul
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46' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 1Off: Mateus Cocão · On: Andres Gomez
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57' Vasco DA Gama Card · Yellow CardCauan Barros
Foul
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64' Ceara subst · Substitution 1Off: Lourenco · On: Rodriguinho
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65' Vasco DA Gama Card · Yellow CardLucas Freitas
Foul
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65' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 2Off: Lucas Freitas · On: Carlos Cuesta
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72' Ceara Card · Red CardRodriguinho
Foul
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78' Ceara subst · Substitution 2Off: Paulo Baya · On: Fernandinho
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78' Ceara subst · Substitution 3Off: Richardson · On: Fernando Sobral
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79' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 3Off: Cauan Barros · On: David
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80' Vasco DA Gama Goal · Normal GoalCarlos Cuesta · Assist: Andres Gomez
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84' Ceara subst · Substitution 4Off: Pedro Raul · On: Pedro Henrique
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84' Ceara subst · Substitution 5Off: A. Galeano · On: Vina
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86' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 4Off: Coutinho · On: Lucas Oliveira
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86' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 5Off: N. Moreira · On: Paulinho
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90'+2 Ceara Card · Yellow CardFabiano Silva
Foul
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90' Ceara Goal · Normal GoalPedro Henrique
Match Stats
| Stat | Vasco DA Gama | Ceara |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 19 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 91% | 79% |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Total Shots | 16 | 12 |
| Corners | 3 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 506 | 294 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 7 |
| xG | 0.92 | 1.46 |
| Shots off Target | 8 | 5 |
| Possession | 63% | 37% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 458 | 233 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 8 |
| Saves | 5 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The early goals by Coutinho and A. Galeano set a fast pace, quickly establishing that both teams were ready to attack.
- ▸ Ceara's red card at the 72nd minute for Rodriguinho marked a significant shift in momentum towards Vasco DA Gama.