Paulo Henrique, Vasco’s full-back, was a starter in the friendly between Brazil and Japan, including scoring a goal. With that, the question remains: is he in the match against Fortaleza, one day after the game in Asia? Sporting News shows.
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Right-back Paulo Henrique was vetoed by the technical committee after playing 90 minutes for the Brazilian team in the 3-2 defeat to Japan, in a friendly held in Tokyo.
The club’s management even set up a special logistical operation so that the player could join the delegation, but the plan was aborted due to his high level of exhaustion in the match, where he even scored one of Brazil’s goals.
The decision, taken jointly by the board and technical committee, aims to prioritize the athlete’s recovery and avoid the risk of injuries. Paulo Henrique will return to Rio de Janeiro and perform again on Friday.
On the other hand, full-back Puma Rodríguez, who played for Uruguay last Monday, has confirmed his return and should start in the match.
FALA DELEEEEEEEEEEE! 🔥
VASCO’S FIRST GOAL FOR THE BRAZILIAN SELECTION!
PAULO HENRIQUE IS THE NAME OF THE BEAST! 💚💛 pic.twitter.com/PEDJM6sAA0
— brazil (@CBF_Futebol) October 14, 2025
Paulo Henrique’s numbers at Vasco
- 47 games
- 4 goals
- 5 assists
